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Old 05-29-2011, 08:47 AM
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I have paint (small round spots) on the tires of my new car. How do I get rid of them ?
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Old 05-29-2011, 08:57 AM
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They most likely won't adhere too well or for too long to the rubber. I suspect if you can't peel them off with your finger nails that they'll come off over time due to the flexing of the rubber. Is it really that noticeable or are we being a bit ****?
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Old 05-29-2011, 09:02 AM
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Dear ****,
It's a brand new 2011 Shelby convertible! I simply don't like the marks.
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Old 05-29-2011, 10:06 AM
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Don't drive through paint then .


J/k. It should wear off before long, I doubt it will stay long!
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Paint thinner?
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Are you referring to the marks put on the tires at the factory to aid in balancing the wheels? If so, just spray some water on the spots and use a scrub brush.
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Laquer thinner
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Old 05-31-2011, 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Mayberry40
I have paint (small round spots) on the tires of my new car. How do I get rid of them ?
Have you tried anything yet?

I literally sprayed on some windex then scrubbed it off with a tough cloth after I noticed that I must've recently rolled over a wet speedbump a few months ago. Really quick process
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Old 06-01-2011, 07:58 AM
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Mineral spirits will remove
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Originally Posted by otbiker
Laquer thinner
Right on.^^^^^^^
Paint thinner and mineral spirit is for amateurs or guys with too much time on their hands.
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