Summary for clearcoat on plexiglass Discussion
clearcoat on plexiglass is the central issue here: John W Weldon asked whether overspray on a motorcycle windshield could be safely removed or whether the windshield should be replaced. Greg Sinisalo replied that it can often be cleaned up rather than trashed, suggesting a special clay to remove the overspray or very fine sandpaper such as 1500-2000 grit, followed by polishing with a high-speed polisher if needed. He noted that in some cases polishing alone may be enough, depending on how heavy the overspray is. His main caution was to work carefully so the plexiglass is not burned or damaged during polishing. The thread does not mention any other methods or conflicting advice, and the practical takeaway is that removal is possible, but it requires a gentle approach and some finishing work.
Q. I RECENTLY HAD SOME PAINT WORK DONE ON MY MOTORCYCLE AND WHEN IT WAS RETURNED THE WINDSHIELD HAD A FINE COVERING OF WHAT APPEARED TO BE CLEARCOAT. THE SHOP MGR SAID IT DID NOT HAPPEN AT HIS SHOP, WHICH WAS A BUNCH OF BULL. CAN I REMOVE IT FROM THE PLEXIGLASS SAFELY OR DO I JUST BY A NEW WINDSHIELD?
JOHN W WELDON
– BIRMINGHAM , Alabama
2003
You can either use a special clay to get it off or use a fine sandpaper like 1500 – 2000 but you most likely will have to polish it off with preferably a high speed polisher. you may be able to get away with just polishing it only. that is depending on how much overspray there is on it.
you just have to be careful not to burn it, since it is plexiglass. but it does have a clear coat on it to protect it. hope that helps
Greg Sinisalo
– Edgewater, Florida, USA
October 11, 2011