I have some side covers and hard bags that it looks like someone painted with spraypaint. How is the best way to get it off without ruining the gelcoat: Blasting with walnut husks, paint stripper, sanding?

Rich

 

Are you going to have them re-painted?

If so, I wouldn't worry about the gelcoat too much. They'll need to be sanded/prepped for painting and clear coated in the end anyway.

And how old are they? HD has been using plastics for several years (not true fiberglass).

 

Agreed... need more info to suggest a course of action!

if it is in fact spray bomb, usually carefully using enamel reducer (NOT lacquer thinner) will take it off without screwing up the factory paint...

 

KISS............
Wet sand with 400, 600. Prime and paint.

 

Thanks! I will try the enamel reducer.

 

not to hijack but i have a similar situation. i have some designs and words hand painted on the tour pack. it is not gel coated in. what can i use to take that off without ruining anything?

 

UPDATE:

I had great success using Aircraft Stripper and steel wool. Worked like a champ! I am repainting so I was not concerned about the original finish. Bulldog, you might try the enamel reducer ?

 

Try a product called Plasti-Master from TSW, try this link www.tswwarehouse.com.

PM me and I can tell you about it, I use to sell the product.