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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 04:43 PM
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I was spray painting the other day and some overspray got on my windshield. How do I take it off with out hurtin the glass?
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 07:19 PM
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Ive cleaned alot of glass and mirrors with a razor blade. Just keep it at a low angle ... should just scrape right off :upup:
 

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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 07:32 PM
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Ok I will have to try that tomorrow.
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 08:07 PM
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methel elthel ketone works better then a razor blade but a razor blade does work quite well
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 08:26 PM
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A razor blade will work very well. Just make sure to keep the glass wet with soapy water to avoid any scratches from the blade.
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 09:42 PM
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Thanks for the advice.
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 09:46 PM
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razor blade definatly no need for expensive chemicals with a 10 cent blade
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:06 PM
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gasket remover is what we use to take paint off pumps and motors at work. iit may work for you
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:21 PM
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Were can I get methel elthel ketone?
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:24 PM
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