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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 12:20 PM
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Default How do you remove old pin stripes?

When I got my 96 accord about 2 yrs ago, I told them to remove the pin stripes. They TRIED and said that it has been on so long that removing it will create scratches to the car. Alright screw it. But now I really dont like it on my black car. How can I get it off safely? Im sure they didnt try hard in the first place.

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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 12:29 PM
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heat gun and lots of patience
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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 12:37 PM
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Default Re: How do you remove old pin stripes? (dvp95)

Here's what I did:

Take a razorblade and scrape ONE side against one of your windows for 5-10 minutes. Pretend you've got something on there that you're trying to get off... by the time you're done, that side (believe it or not) will be dull. Then very carefully use it to remove the stripe. Make sure the dull side is the one making contact with the car. There's no way to do it flawlessly, but this way got my car pretty damn close. Goodluck.

EDIT: Use Goo-Gone too... knw I forgot something.


[Modified by 94TealGSR, 4:47 PM 1/10/2003]
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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 12:38 PM
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goo gone, adhesive remover, avail at lowe's home supply
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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 05:41 PM
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I just used my nail and then buffed off all the gluey crap after. Works like a charm!
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Old Jan 10, 2003 | 05:42 PM
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my fingers. thats all
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