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Sportriderwv
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 04:47 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Anyone please help!, I was cleaning my xb12r today and by mistake sprayed the wrong cleaner on the frame/gas tank. It put runs/streaks in the frame, I tried simple green, wax, soap and water. and i cant get them out,, does anyone have any suggestions. thanks
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Skully
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 04:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Rob,

Any chance you can post a photo?

Keith
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Kowpow225
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 05:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

What 'cleaner' did you spray on it?
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Sportriderwv
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 05:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I dont have a camera to post a pic, sorry, and it was brake cleaner ( i know i am a fool) i was in a hurry and picked up the wrong can) its just runs going down the frame
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Xring
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 05:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Maybe a mild abrasive, such as the polishing compound that will remove 600-grit scratches, would help. Or an automotive cleaner/wax intended for sun-faded paint.

Otherwise, get a can up touch up spray, clean the surface, mask and shoot.

Good luck,
Bill
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Sportriderwv
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 05:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Where do u get the touch up paint at??
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Slaughter
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 05:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Bummer but you MIGHT have to touch-up if you can't hand-rub it out.

Auto parts stores sell mild abrasive rubbing compounds. Try it on a hard-to-see area first because the rubbing compounds can dull some finishes and the paints used on the frames are lightly metallized. Generally metallic paints don't polish well - but they might be clear coated.

Touchup paint is available at the dealer.

Of course Dave S can order it (but I bet he has it in stock)
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Dongalonga
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 06:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

try goof of i had an oil stain on my swingarm for a long time and it took it right off w/o hurting the paint. same stuff i used to remove the sticker and reflector adhesive residue.
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Brineusaf
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 06:12 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I am going to presume you mean "goo off", I've never heard of it; but I have used "goo gone", works wonders. Like 2$ a bottle I think. Best of Luck.
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Dongalonga
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 06:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

nope i meant goof off. i did miss one f ;) you should be able to get it at any walmart. get the professional strength.
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Odie
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 08:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

You need a can of Graphite Grey, part # MO310.1AAYBP. It comes in a 12 oz. spray from your favorite dealer. Around $16. You will find that it blends in real well with your existing color without much fuss. Good luck!
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Sportriderwv
Posted on Saturday, May 13, 2006 - 08:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

thanks everone i went back and took some cleaner/wax and spent some time on it and got most of it out, thanks again
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