Removing Epoxy
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Removing Epoxy
Any suggestions to remove epoxy? I used that to glue down my roof spoiler....obviously I want to remove without damaging the spoiler and paint job.
Any ideas? Paint Thinner? Acetone?
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Pete
Any ideas? Paint Thinner? Acetone?
Thanks!!
Pete
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Originally Posted by skiptomylo
I remember seeing a tube of epoxy remover at Home Depot once, but I just passed by it because I didn't need it. It might be worth while to check there.
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I know for sure that Acetone will soften/dissolve the epoxy. However, it is too aggressive a solvent to use on a paint job. It would definitely damage the clearcoat/ paint.
Something you might try is AFTA which is a milder solvent. It actually is a stain remover and would help remove adhesive residue. It will not damage the paint, it would just remove any wax. Epoxy is tough to get off... it might take a bit of time to soften it with AFTA. I've used on paint plenty of times (inlcuding my 02 es300). It's in a white can with a blue logo (looks like an AT&T logo). It's good stuff in any case and might just do the job.
Something you might try is AFTA which is a milder solvent. It actually is a stain remover and would help remove adhesive residue. It will not damage the paint, it would just remove any wax. Epoxy is tough to get off... it might take a bit of time to soften it with AFTA. I've used on paint plenty of times (inlcuding my 02 es300). It's in a white can with a blue logo (looks like an AT&T logo). It's good stuff in any case and might just do the job.
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