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blue oval
07-31-2007, 01:42 AM
What are the best options for removing white latex house paint (over-spray) from black General Motors paint? The specks are very small and widely scattered. My first inclination would be trying a clay bar, but I thought I'd get other opinions from like experiences. I do have some meg's 80-83 and a PC-DA.

Thank you.

sparkie
07-31-2007, 03:12 AM
Clay works best IMO for overspray. I had good luck with Stoner's bug and tar too.

TOGWT
07-31-2007, 04:43 AM
Removing Latex Paint –

A paint decontamination system (ValuGard's A-B-C system – http://www.autoint.com)
Detailers clay (Automagic’s Magic Clay) both red and blue grades
Plastic razor blade to mechanically 'chip' the overspray
Citrus based detergents (P21S Total Auto Wash) may help; be sure to allow plenty of dwell time.
Solvents - Dwell time is important. Start mild with (Prepsol or ValuGard's "New Car Prep")
A combination of the plastic blade or detailers clay and a solvent, be patient and work small areas when practical. The painted surfaces are frequently easier than anticipated, however the rubber and vinyl trim pieces may take more time / patience.

HighEndDetail
07-31-2007, 07:15 AM
Clay works best IMO for overspray.

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LazerRed1
07-31-2007, 08:36 AM
Painters generally use denatured alcohol to remove latex paint.

blue oval
07-31-2007, 12:55 PM
Thank you all for the great recommends. Fortunately it's not bad over-spray at all. Tiny specs here and there. Obviously being on black = amplified.

Great help, thanks again.

P1et
07-31-2007, 01:34 PM
Clay is the way to go! It'll take you a long time, trust me, I had to do it on my black Dodge!