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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 01:06 PM
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I have searched and read some of the posts regarding stripping and painting. What I have not been able to find is if anyone has experience with using the Captain Lee's Spra stripper on their urethane bumpers. I have an 81 that I am getting ready to strip and paint and would like to know if anyone has an issue with using this product to strip the bumpers, both front and back??

Thanks in advance for your responses

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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 08:59 PM
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Being a USAF trained painter, and going on to paint professionally since 1975, I was taught not to use chemical strippers on fiberglass, composites, rubbers, etc. I've never done it, so I can't give you test results.

I'm sure you'll get good info here,
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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 11:31 PM
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There IS a search you know...

Some people use strippers and are happy with the results.
those who know better use a razor blade. Faster, cheaper, easier, cleaner, less damage to the body.
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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 11:43 PM
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Check this guys video, razor blades look like the way to go...

http://www.corvette-restoration.com/...ng%20paint.AVI
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