Pinstriping problem
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From: Orlando
Pinstriping problem
I have old, faded and cracked pinstriping that produces particles or dust when approaching with a buffer. I'm not sure if that would introduce particles that could scratch the paint while waxing/buffing or if it is too fine to cause problems. Also, is there a way to 'restore' the pinstriping so it doesn't do this? Thanks!
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From: Haslett MI
To be clear: is it a painted on pin stripe or a tape one ?
3M makes a kit you could probably pick up at your local auto parts store ... its calld the 3M 7498 Stripe off wheel - just follow the instructions and it works great = you use it with your drill
Sometimes, really really old pin stripes can leave a kind of an etching .... sometimes the stripe comes off clean
3M makes a kit you could probably pick up at your local auto parts store ... its calld the 3M 7498 Stripe off wheel - just follow the instructions and it works great = you use it with your drill
Sometimes, really really old pin stripes can leave a kind of an etching .... sometimes the stripe comes off clean
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From: Orlando
To be clear: is it a painted on pin stripe or a tape one ?
3M makes a kit you could probably pick up at your local auto parts store ... its calld the 3M 7498 Stripe off wheel - just follow the instructions and it works great = you use it with your drill
Sometimes, really really old pin stripes can leave a kind of an etching .... sometimes the stripe comes off clean
3M makes a kit you could probably pick up at your local auto parts store ... its calld the 3M 7498 Stripe off wheel - just follow the instructions and it works great = you use it with your drill
Sometimes, really really old pin stripes can leave a kind of an etching .... sometimes the stripe comes off clean
But if it won't hurt to be mixed in with the wax or sealant, I can live with it until I scrape enough off so it doesn't do that anymore.
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From: Haslett MI
Sorry, I misunderstood
DON'T use the 3M item, that's for removal
You could probably try to cover it with blue detailers tape, and just buff around it
If you want to keep it and its falling apart, maybe you should remove it, and have put a new one on- can't be expensive if its tape
DON'T use the 3M item, that's for removal
You could probably try to cover it with blue detailers tape, and just buff around it
If you want to keep it and its falling apart, maybe you should remove it, and have put a new one on- can't be expensive if its tape
