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Old 01-03-14 | 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by jimmuller
I was hoping from the thread title that this was about removing re-paint while leaving the original paint underneath. I have a Motobecane Le Champion frame with a user-applied layer over the original and I'm wondering if I could somehow get it back to the original.
Jim; You may be disappointed even if you could get the top coat off without affecting the factory paint. My guess is the previous owner repainted for a reason. They may have done some sanding to prep for paint, as well. It may be worth a shot however to try your luck with lacquer thinner on a Viva paper towel on an inconspicuous area, like the bottom of the kickstand bridge if so equipped. This will remove weaker enamel (and lacquer, obviously) paints with a little patience, but the factory finish is usually tough enough not to be affected. I've even used acetone to remove rattle-can paint and factory graphics, but you have pay attention and stop rubbing for a couple hours if you feel the factory paint start to soften.
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