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    Hey guys, the owner before me spray painted the engine cover red, and it looks horrible. Its not like a bright red, it looks like he did one layer. The car is white with black stripes. WHY RED? Does anybody know what i can do to make it look normal again? Lacquer thinner?
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    Aircraft stripper. It can be purchased at any parts store.
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    And that won't eat away at the plastic? That stuff is strong as hell
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    Bumper stripper or something similar. I would not use Aircraft stripper.
    Klean Strip Bulldog Flexible Bumper Paint Stripper | eBay
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    Aircraft stripper will eat the plastic, stuffs too strong.

    Use some mineral spirits, or paint thinner if it's just 1 coat, soak it on, and get a brush, and it'll take it right off.

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