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    Default Prep Needed to Paint a CHAD?

    I want to put some paint on the lower portion of my CHAD windshield. Is there any necessary prep to do before getting the rattle can out
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    I wouldn't think you would need anything more than Windex and a microfiber cloth if you are using paint intended for plastic.


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    Quote Originally Posted by sabunim5 View Post
    I want to put some paint on the lower portion of my CHAD windshield. Is there any necessary prep to do before getting the rattle can out
    I used a paint pen straight over some scratches, fully expecting to have to pull the screen and do it properly, and so far it shows no sigh of peeling.

    I guess if it is clean and grease free, that is good enough.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sabunim5 View Post
    I want to put some paint on the lower portion of my CHAD windshield. Is there any necessary prep to do before getting the rattle can out
    I would suggest you mask the area you want to paint and lightly scuff sand with a red scratch pad (3M brand) and clean with alcohol and use a good grade spray paint (Rustoleum) and be careful because of the overspray, would remove the windshield from the bike. Good luck.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bodymanpainter View Post
    I would suggest you mask the area you want to paint and lightly scuff sand with a red scratch pad (3M brand) and clean with alcohol and use a good grade spray paint (Rustoleum) and be careful because of the overspray, would remove the windshield from the bike. Good luck.
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    Quote Originally Posted by CRUCIFIED View Post
    I wouldn't think you would need anything more than Windex and a microfiber cloth if you are using paint intended for plastic.
    I would be careful about using Windex unless there is one specifically made for plastic. Windex can damage plastic. There are many cleaners at auto stores specifically formulated for plastic.

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    Thanks to all for your input.
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    I used a non-ammonia cleaner w/micro fiber cloth to clean, masked the area not being painted, then painted the inside of the shield with Rustoleum. I wish I'd have thought about scuffing it up a little...that seems like a good idea.

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