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Old 08-03-2007 | 05:35 PM
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It also makes for a tasty salad dressing when you're done.

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Old 08-03-2007 | 08:55 PM
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Sorry for the delay. Just saw this. I think I can help too.

A guy at work actually had his car vandalized by kids and a bright yellow spraypaint. It was all down his door and front quarter panel on his shiny VW Blue Beetle. He really takes care of his cars, so maybe the wax helped. But he got it off! Here is what he told me;

He went to a local paint store. (PaintMart) They recommended a Spray can of pre-solvent cleaner. Can't remember the brand or type, but it is what you use to clean a car before you paint. He told my friend to spray it on a cotton terry cloth and then wipe the paint, using a new section of terry cloth each time you wipe some paint off. It was amazing that he got it all off.

If he can do that, I bet you can get your drips off. Wish you luck!

 
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Old 08-04-2007 | 03:00 AM
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If he can do that, I bet you can get your drips off. Wish you luck!

It is ALWAYS a good idea to get rid of the drip!!!!

Sorry guys, I couldn't help myself. Is there an official "drunk" post for us A3'ers?
 
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Old 08-04-2007 | 11:42 AM
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Start with 3M general purpose adhesive remover - a mild solvent used for removing wax, grease, trim adhesive, etc. prior to painting. Give it a bit of time to work, stay out of the sun. Other manufacturers have similar products, weaker and stronger. I personally, faced with this situation, would go by my favorite body shop, and ask somebody what kind of paint it looks like, and what best to remove it.
 
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Old 08-04-2007 | 12:30 PM
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I would sugggest using a credit card as a scraper and use some polish to stop it scratching. You may find that the sharp edge of a plastic credit card will enable you to get the worst of it off
 
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Old 08-04-2007 | 02:29 PM
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No, don't use a credit card. You'll scratch the paint. Better off to use the appropriate solvents and cloths designed for the purpose. I personally would just take it to a very good detailer and let them get it all off.

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Old 08-05-2007 | 01:53 AM
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I'm telling ya' friends, the solution might be as easy as the bottle of Bertolli EVOO used to make pasta and broccoli with oil and garlic earlier tonight...
 
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Old 08-05-2007 | 02:26 PM
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EVOO???

Oh no, not another Rachael Ray wannabe?[sm=smiley29.gif]

LOL

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Old 08-05-2007 | 10:11 PM
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Rachael Ray was pulling down $6M per year before the Dunkin' Donuts endorsement hit. I'll trade spots with her for a bit!
 
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Old 08-05-2007 | 10:13 PM
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Oh, I get it, it's a cook/chef thing! All that aside, olive oil does a good job on removing oily-based contaminants from non-porous surfaces such as a car fender or door.
 



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