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Old 05-13-14, 06:42 PM
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Default Excess paint removal

What is the best way to remove dried excess touch up paint from a touch up pen?

Can I sand this down without damaging the clear coat?

I don't want to have to paint any parts. It never turns out right (for me)

Is a buffing compound better?

What are my options?

-Jeff
Old 05-13-14, 07:38 PM
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Get some Dry/Wet Sand Paper in very fine grit (1500,1800, 2000) for Automotive Use, then go to town. Follow it up with a polishing compound.
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I'd start light and then go down with the heavier stuff, before you do too much irreversible damage to the area.

Start with a clay bar - it works to remove light over-spray. If that doesn't work then go at it with some polish or rubbing compound. Lastly, resort to wet-sanding if the paint is too stubborn.
Old 05-14-14, 07:52 AM
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This is the paint chip repair kit that I have used and it works well: www.langka.com
Like others have said you can wet sand then polish, but be careful if you are NOT experienced.
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