Exploded touchup paint

[V10SpeedLuvr]

Since I've had my car there has been a red substance in the very back of the glovebox. I think the previous owner told me it was dried candy, but to me, it looks like touchup paint exploded in there. Its not a whole lot, but enough to bother me everytime I see it. I have tried chipping at it with a screwdriver (its rock solid), but that didnt get me far and I was afraid I'd end up cracking the plastic. Anyone have any ideas on how to get it out? TIA!

 

[kcobean]

I hear termites can eat up to a pound of wood a day...perhaps they can take care of a little paint?

 

[VIPER 93]

Goof Off, It will soften the paint

 

[bth1]

How about a razor, heat gun (that might melt the box) or blasting it with a blasting cabinet (not sure if that would eat the plastic or what type of media you would want to use.

 

[PatentLaw]

I agree with Goof Off. Find it at your local hardware/paint store. Works wonders. Be careful around other painted surfaces. Stuff can be strong.

Another product is called Oopppps.

 

[Copernicus]

You could try using some automotive clay. I have used it in the past to remove overspray with a good deal of success. You may have to step up to a more aggressive clay than what is offered at your local parts distributor though.

 

[Bumbles]

Put a small amount of gas on a rag and wipe it off. It will make your car smell for a few days but if you follow the gas with a little soap and water it shouldn't hurt the plastic. Use a very small amount.

 

[Tom F&L GoR]

Cover it with flat black, black epoxy, or black crinkle paint...

 

[V10SpeedLuvr]

Cover it with flat black, black epoxy, or black crinkle paint...

That was my original idea. Sand it down as best as possible and then paint over it. I'll try the Goof Off and if that doesnt work, I'll revert back to the sand and paint idea. Thanks guys (well except for Kcobean )

 

[agentf1]

If it is touchup kerosene should work also. Although it ma leave an odor which is worst than the TU. Maybe try Goo B Gone first. Or the odor from laquer thinner may not linger as long as kerosene.

 

[Tom F&L GoR]

Solvents may work, but as an ex-oil company guy, I would be really confused. We used to buy small sections of fender and have them painted the most popular colors, then pour gasoline and diesel on them every day to see if the fuel or additives would harm the paint. None should have. Consequently, I would be very surprised if gasoline, kerosene, or similar would remove the paint.

 

[Tom F&L GoR]

Cool, 2,600 posts. My 0.15 seconds of fame...

 

[agentf1]

Solvents may work, but as an ex-oil company guy, I would be really confused. We used to buy small sections of fender and have them painted the most popular colors, then pour gasoline and diesel on them every day to see if the fuel or additives would harm the paint. None should have. Consequently, I would be very surprised if gasoline, kerosene, or similar would remove the paint.

They remove touch up paint but NOT original paint.

 

[bth1]

What about using Brake Fluid to eat the paint?

 

[Leslie]

how about paint remover/thinner?

just a thought

 

[steve911]

If it s the usual type of touchup paint, it will be lacquer. Goof Off, OOOPS will take it off after it soaks for a bit... Even carb cleaner will lift it.

Were it me I would not sand it off as the plastic used to make the glove boxes as the sanding process will leave scratches and little"hairs" of plastic that will not leave a nice painted surface.

 

[Phil Lee 94 red RT]

Goo Gone might work!

 

[Austin]

I'd do the gas option (or even a small amount of paint thinner) and then wash it up with a little soap and water. Wait for it to dry and touch it up with some black paint.

 

[AviP]

Goofoff, paint remover, etc can all damage the plastic finish. Check in a small are before applying.