Auto body repair & detailing/Removing striping

Advertisement


Question
How do I remove striping from my motorhome's fibre glas body. The old stuff is chipping. It's an 87 and the edges are especially ragged. What options do I have. P.S. Please let me know your city location. I used to work with PPG Platinum Distributors on a national basis. Thanks! Allen

Answer
Hi Allen,

To remove aged striping is a very hard feat as I'm sure you are already aware. 3M makes a couple of products that make it a little easier. Part #'s 08907, 08908, and 07498. The first is a chemical type stripe remover. The second is a chemical stripe adhesive remover. 07498 is a rubber wheel that you attach to a drill that works by friction. In my opinion the 07498 works the best for old stripes like you have.

As to my location, I am in North Central, Arkansas. Basically, at the foot of the Ozark Mountains.

Gary

Auto body repair & detailing

All Answers


Answers by Expert:


Ask Experts

Volunteer


Gary

Expertise

I can answer most questions on auto refinishing materials. Especially PPG products. I have knowledge in the latest repair materials and techniques. When it comes to automotive paint I have a solid understanding of how things work.

Experience

I have worked in a PPG paint retail/wholesale business for the last 15 years. I have dealt with many issues regarding paint and repair materials on a daily basis over the years. I don't know that I have all the answers but I would be willing to try.

Education/Credentials
PPG Trained and Certified. Training with 3M products and Meguair's products.

©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.