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| Tweet Topic Started: Aug 5 2011, 04:01 PM (236 Views) | |
| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 04:01 PM Post #1 |
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how do you get rid of the carpet on your model so its back to plastic does anyone know cos i want to paint mine and have it look smooth |
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| Administrator | Aug 5 2011, 05:14 PM Post #2 |
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pour some nail varnish remover on it, let it soak in a bit, then it should just come off with your fingernail ive done a new autoart cars like that and not had any problems |
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| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 05:17 PM Post #3 |
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I'm gonna give that a go tonight! Been trying to figure that out myself! Acetone Free? |
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| Administrator | Aug 5 2011, 05:27 PM Post #4 |
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i cant remember whether the stuff i used was acetone free or not mate, i think it wasnt but id use acetone free just incase lol |
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| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 05:30 PM Post #5 |
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Good job! That's all I've got. Do you also use that to clear indicator lenses? I've also heard you can use brake fluid to do it? |
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| Administrator | Aug 5 2011, 05:31 PM Post #6 |
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i just sand my indicators mate, just a fine grit paper and it comes off |
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| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 06:20 PM Post #7 |
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I'm trying it now with Acetone free. Here's hoping! |
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| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 08:24 PM Post #8 |
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IT WORKED!! |
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| Deleted User | Aug 5 2011, 08:24 PM Post #9 |
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Cheers Pete I'll give it ago what acetone all about |
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