Blackstarr777 Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Can someone please tell me how to remove painted pinstripes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviej Posted September 2, 2004 Share Posted September 2, 2004 60 grit sandpaper! no no no no, I'm just kidding. might I suggest you call a shop that paints pinstripes and find out what they use to remove old or damaged painted pinstripes before they repaint. steviej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKperformance Posted September 2, 2004 Share Posted September 2, 2004 Funny enough stevie was joking but i am not. It does need to be sanded but with 600 grit and wetsand it down and buff it back . It mainly depends if it is on the paint or under a clearcoat on the panels. It would be easier to cover it with a colour match than remove it properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uthorns1976 Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Funny enough stevie was joking but i am not.It does need to be sanded but with 600 grit and wetsand it down and buff it back . It mainly depends if it is on the paint or under a clearcoat on the panels. It would be easier to cover it with a colour match than remove it properly. ← I'm wondering if Blackstarr777 or anyone else has done this. My brother just bought a new RX400h--BLACK (no clearcoat per what I have read here). The dealer apparently pinstriped it when it hit his lot. My brother hates the stripes . He said something about covering them up with a tapestripe but he'd probably be happier if they were removed. Of course, he doesn't want to foul up the paint job on a $50,000+ automobile. Any suggestions appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 SK's right, usually the only way to remove them is to sand them out. Definately have a professional look at this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mscott Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 I'm of the opinion that this is a service oriented company. My attitude is -- the dealer put them on -- the delaer takes them off. Maybe MUCH easier before its driven off the lot tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LexKid630 Posted July 11, 2005 Share Posted July 11, 2005 Just a thought; i tried this about 10 years ago and it worked!! If your positive it's above a "clearcoat", then you could always try a little area rubbing Acetone on it. It will remove the pinstripe, and unfortunately a "bit" of the clearcoat. This will lead to a foggy base color, but you can just use a mild rubbing compound and apply wax. but please DO NOT try this without a YES or NO by someone else who knows more about this than i do. I did this on someone in my family's car 10 years ago and it worked. I'm not sure how it will work on lexus paint. Also the car NEEDS to have a clearcoat because if not, the acetone will remove the base coat as well. Just a thought. Acetone in small amounts will remove paint. And unlike sanding, it will leave a PERFECTLY smooth (but foggy) result. The wax will shine it up as new. Well it should?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted July 11, 2005 Share Posted July 11, 2005 Clearcoat is just base coat with no pigment, the makeup of the paint is the same. Acetone may work, but I wouldn't try it. I also wouldnt let the dealer do it, they could seriously harm the paint. I dont even let the dealer wash mine because they can't do it without scratching it all up. I've watched dealer detail bays...they're a scary thing. Take it to a bodyshop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted July 11, 2005 Share Posted July 11, 2005 OK, how about removing a tape type pinstrip ? I have it on my Corolla and I want it off. Short fo using my nails any better/faster method ? Geo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted July 12, 2005 Share Posted July 12, 2005 Easily done, just heat it up with a hairdrier and peel it off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlisted Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 just ask the dealer to it as a courtesy. They should be able to remove it in about 5 minutes. Its usually a problem after a few years and there has been sun fading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 You're thinking of tape pinstripes, painted pinstripes are much harder to remove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlisted Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 ive seen them wiped off with a paint thinner mixture or a buffer without any damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 I've also seen people have to use acetone and sandpaper. Take it to a professional detailer or body shop, they'll know. DO NOT let the dealer touch it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
91L3xus Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 I'm assuming that my car has tape pinstriping, because a small portion of it was damaged on the front left, revealing black underneath where the pinstripe should be. So all I have to do is take a hairdryer to it and peel away with my fingers? What should I do after removing the stripes to clean and protect the surface? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 Just remove any adhesive and wax as normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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