Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - REMOVING lug detail from powdercoated frame?

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cid499
06-27-07, 08:53 PM
Awhile back, I had my frame powder coated. I excitedly bought a testors paint pen and applied some "lug detail." I was probably a little bit too excited about it and did a pretty terrible job at it. Well, after some practice on beater frames, I'm ready to try again.

Is there some kind of mild paint remover or thinner that will get the paint pen out but not damage the powdercoated finish?

Fugazi Dave
06-27-07, 08:59 PM
Testors is enamel, isn't it? You might try nail polish remover/acetone. I believe a fair number of nail polishes are enamel.
freebird
06-27-07, 09:05 PM
Goof off will make that go away. It will look like it's dulled the powdercoat, but just hit it with some Turtle Wax and the shine will come right back.

the pope
06-27-07, 09:08 PM
I'd like to see a picture, please.
deathhare
06-27-07, 09:25 PM
please test on a small area no one will see.
urodacus
06-28-07, 04:39 AM
like inside your elbow.
vpiuva
06-28-07, 07:47 AM
Powdercoat is a lacquer based product, so stay away from anything that would soften lacquer.
cid499
06-28-07, 10:53 AM
Powdercoat is a lacquer based product, so stay away from anything that would soften lacquer.

Does this rule out acetone?