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Old 09-07-2008, 12:29 PM
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Default Removal of clearcoat on glass?

I was just wondering, what the best way would be, to remove clearcoat over-spray, off of glass? I've got some on my front windshield.

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Old 09-07-2008, 12:57 PM
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I use a razor blade. with water/or glass cleaner. Just kind of work it at an angle.
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Try a claybar first. If that doesn't work, maybe a plastic scraper, or some 0000 steel wool with some white vinegar and distilled water.


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steel wool and window cleaner.
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razor blade, or steel wool
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you need really fine steel wool just polish the window with it.
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a new "unused" razor blade
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Thanks guys!
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Originally Posted by chupr0kabra
Try a claybar first. If that doesn't work, maybe a plastic scraper, or some 0000 steel wool with some white vinegar and distilled water.


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Exactly.
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you can try the clay bar... not sure what that would do but it removes over spary
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Originally Posted by jorgez28
you need really fine steel wool just polish the window with it.
I clean my glass with vinegar and 0000 steel wool every once in awhile...clean as.....glass.
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no lower than a 320 grit sanding block
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clay bar will work just fine.
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I would say a razor blade will work fine.

But, what about a rash solvent, like paint thinner? Will it damage the glass? Maybe thin it down a bit, depending on hom much paint is on the actual glass.
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Paint thinner actually won't do anything once the paint has set. Often times people actually use paint thinner to remove bugs and tar. Although it is not advised and can severely harm your trim, it can work in certain situations.



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