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Old 01-06-2006 | 05:55 PM
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Default How do I remove the black (opaque) from quarter glass?

During the course of installing my GTS quarters, I have the quarter glass windows out & would like to remove the black opaque covering on the rear most corner of the glass. The part that was obscured by the S spoiler. ( I'm also installing the S4 rear wing). A razor blade does no good. Does anyone know what it takes to remove this stuff? Paint stripper maybe?
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Old 01-06-2006 | 06:07 PM
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I don't think it can be removed.
Old 01-06-2006 | 06:14 PM
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There is a procedure listed in Nichols tips for removing tint ..... is it tint? I'd say easier to buy clear ones if not tint.
Old 01-06-2006 | 07:06 PM
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It is more like fused to the glass somewhat like the inked markings on a pyrex measuring cup.
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I'll trade you un-etched ones
Old 01-06-2006 | 08:23 PM
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oh duh I see, it's only the tip ... yeah i get it, no i can't help there
Old 01-06-2006 | 08:33 PM
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Hammer,

Aircraft paint stripper will do it. It will at least soften it up enough to get it of with a razor blade. BTDT.
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Old 01-06-2006 | 10:37 PM
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Thanks Your Daveness! I thought that might work but was hesitant to try it.
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