poly urethane paint overspray

[aarjay]

Hi guys, can anyone help with a way of removing poly urethane paint overspray from textured plastic bumpers and trim. have removed from metal panels using a clay rub. Vehicle is a brand new renault scenic 4wd. I fear any solvent based product may discolour the plastic. HELP!!!!

[kimwallace]

I hope someone gives you an answer soon cause I am curious too.
Poly urethane can be tough to remove.
I hope someone has the answer

[dr_detail]

You can try some naphtha on the unpainted textured plastic. WD-40 might also take it off. If these don`t work, some reducer or lacquer thinner might also do the trick. These two might discolor or soften the plastic but they should not damage the factory painted parts -- test in a inconspicuous area first. In some areas Prep-Solv is still sold and it falls into the reducer/thinner category -- test first. Auto Magic`s "Bumper Magic" will in most cases fix the discoloration.

Back before the days of clay-bar, I successfully removed 90% of the damage left upon an owner of a connivence stores vehicle who didn`t heed the warning from a painting contractor of a roller coaster in Buena Park, California. This was a Blue catalyzed urethane enamel on a Black Ford Escort GT. It took two days of serious buffing after a thorough bath in prep-solv and a very meticulous hand with a razor blade in some spots. Much of the trim had to be replaced and/or re-painted, for it just would not come off.

Funny was what the painter suggested I use to remove it... MEK. I would not recommend anyone try MEK for it will remove all the paint.

Insurance jobs are fun, and they pay quite well!! Good luck!!

[stainbuster]

Hi aarjay,

Dumb question, but did you try clay rubbing the trim?

[aarjay]

thanks for the advice, i will try some of your suggestions. I have tried clay rub on the trim but not successful due to textured finish. Thanks again for your prompt replies and advice.:bye :