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fuzzymath
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PostPosted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 12:26 pm    Post subject: Stripper that's safe for plastic? Reply with quote

I am painting some plastic for my motorcycle and would rather strip it than have to sand it all down to bare plastic. The guy that owned the bike before me painted right over the old paint without priming or scuffing up the original paint and the new paint comes off with masking tape. I tried sanding just to smooth out some chips and the original paint leaves quite a ridge. Bondo seems too soft, so several layers of a high build primer seems like the only way to go. And ideas? Thanks in advance.

ps, I hard that brake fluid will work but have yet to try it

I found some stuff, Captain Lee's stripper. Thanks Samba!
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PostPosted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 8:40 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

DOT-3 brake fuild can remove the paint however it will be obsorbed by the plastic. Depending on the type of plastic and the period of time used DOT-3 can warp,soften, or beak down the plastic as to where it appears to be melting... Plastics high in styrene are more prone to these results. Regardless, even assuming use of a high quality wax and grease remover and proper prep work, adhesion will be greatly compromised...Your local body supply should carry a plastic and fiberglass safe stripper. Just the same, a little goes along way and although they are labeled as safe for plastic and resins, over saturation and prolonged use can still damage your parts.
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 26, 2004 12:26 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

SEM and a few other companys make strippers for plastic bumpers that come in a areosol. Check with your local Automotive paint store for help. they should be able point you in the right direction.
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