Pawlwawl06 Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 I removed pinstripes from my car awhile ago, and ever since then there have been two barely visible white lines where the stripes were. The shop that removed the pinstripes told me that detailing the car would remove them, but I wasn't really worried about it at the time. It starts under the driver's side mirror and goes back all the way to the rear quarter panel. They aren't stratches or anything, but I'm not sure if its just some of the pinstripe that wasn't removed entirely. Its really strange because this is only occuring on one side of the car. If I run my fingers over them, they seemed like they are raised above the paint. I'll try to get some pics tomorrow... Recently they have been more noticeable and I have tried buffing these with stratch removal, stratch compound and wax on these lines. It hides it quite well, but its only temporary. Its more noticeable in the sun light. I'm seriously considering buying the Billy May's Simoniz Fix it stratch removal stuff advertised on TV. I have heard a few good things about it.. Just trying to save some money and avoid having to take it to a shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockerGT Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 If they feel raised above the paint, then it more than likely is left over glue resudue from the vinyl pinstripe. Pick up a clay bar kit and that should get rid of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillboy Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Or some 3M automotive adhesive remover. It is still ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawlwawl06 Posted August 28, 2009 Author Share Posted August 28, 2009 I've tried the clay bar kit, that doesn't seem to help at all. Where could i find the adhesive remover? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillboy Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Try anyplace that sells supplies and paint to body shops, or a regular auto parts store may carry it by the Bondo and sandpaper. A body shop might even give you a small amount if you bring in a small container (glass bottle would be the safest as certain plastics might melt). It is still ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spect2k Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Have you done any research on the product. A quick google: http://www.measuredup.com/review/Fix-It-Review-2507 [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Simoniz-Clear-Coat-Scratch-Repair/product-reviews/B001P5TDM0]Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Simoniz Fix It Pro Clear Coat Scratch Repair Pen[/ame] http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/734203/does_simonize_fix_it_work_.html It's a ripoff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawlwawl06 Posted August 28, 2009 Author Share Posted August 28, 2009 thanks for that. I'll try something else then. Bought a small tub of rubbing compound today, Ill try that and see what if it helps. Couldn't find the adhesive removal but ill keep looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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