Pinstripe removal
mtdxx
10-15-2003, 05:30 PM
what is the best way to remove pinstripe? On one side of my car it looks as if it would just peel off with a razor blade, however on the other side, it looks like someone peeled off the top layer of it, but a thin layer is left stuck to the car, which I can't get underneath to scrape off.
it almost looks like it is part of the paint. Any suggestions on how to remove this?
it almost looks like it is part of the paint. Any suggestions on how to remove this?
BullShifter
10-16-2003, 01:34 AM
Dont use a razor blade. Heat with heat gun or blow dryer then remove. Use adhesive remover for any remaining glue. Followed by polish/wax or sealer.
The paint WILL be a different color where the pinstripe was. There is nothing you can do beside repaint the car if you want it to match perfectly.
The paint WILL be a different color where the pinstripe was. There is nothing you can do beside repaint the car if you want it to match perfectly.
mtdxx
10-16-2003, 09:01 AM
hair drier or heat gun, where was my head! Thanks man.
BullShifter
10-16-2003, 03:38 PM
There are also heated "razor blades", I wouldn't use that on anything besides glass. Why not just use glass cleaner & razor blade for glass(sticker removal)? Works fine for me, but your dealing with the paint.
http://topoftheline.com/eldecrem.html
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qwas
02-23-2004, 02:59 AM
Use a hairdryer to heat and pull off the bulk of the stripe, then use a chemican called Xylene to remove the yukky goo. It won't harm your paint and can be found in the paint section of any hardware store. Works like a charm!
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