Removing old overspray from rubber and plastic parts

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Removing old overspray from rubber and plastic parts

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I've got the problem of some speckled overspray on some SA mudflaps (PU rubber) and also on some rubber floor mats.
Any advice on safe removal is most welcome.

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Silvo wadding

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It's going to depend on the paint type.... do a test with normal paint thinners first ?
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Auto paint thinners.
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adie89 wrote:Auto paint thinners.


That's what I meant :)
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