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Clear Plastic cover by rear fender

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by baldy54, Jan 3, 2017.

  1. Jan 3, 2017 at 9:45 AM
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    baldy54

    baldy54 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    How do I clean these plastic covers by rear fenders?? Washed and washed still not come clean. IMG_9740.jpg
     
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  2. Jan 3, 2017 at 9:52 AM
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    OhioTaco68

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    If it were me i'd probably remove that and either leave off or replace with new
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2017 at 9:53 AM
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    ZachPrerunner

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    There's really not a great way to clean them. It's much more simple to remove the old and replace with new. Just wave a hair dryer or heat gun on the plastic to remove. Don't let it sit in one area for too long though otherwise you'll warp the plastic/paint. You can order more stripping through the dealer or online. If you want to try cleaning them first, I'd recommend using Simple Green. You're most likely going to have to replace though to get it back to normal.
     
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  4. Jan 3, 2017 at 2:57 PM
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    NMTrailRider

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    Hard to say from photos, but that could be mold/mildew under the PPF. Remove/replace as suggested.
     
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  5. Jan 5, 2017 at 2:03 AM
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    baldy54

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    Thank you everyone for you help. Next thing where do I find replacements online at? Any suggestions??
     
  6. Jan 5, 2017 at 2:22 PM
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  7. Jan 9, 2017 at 5:59 AM
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    PackCon

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    I'm considering removing mine and having the area Line-Xed (white to match). The clear is always going to look bad. Removing and replacing may cause damage to the underlying paint if done more than once.
     

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