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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:02 PM
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The paint on my wiper arms is fading and flaking off

whats a good way to regenerate my arms ??
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:04 PM
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I'm no bufty but i'd say the best way would be to remove the wiper arm and blade, rub it down with wet n dry paper and then spray paint it.
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:11 PM
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I thought of doing it that way but wasnt sure if it would last long
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:13 PM
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buy a new one?can not be that much money!but if you want something to do i would do as what has already been said
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:20 PM
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If you cant get a new one get it powdercoated
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:21 PM
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I had mine sand blasted then powder coated in satin black...look oe brand new and wont chip like paint does.
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Turbo-Beal
If you cant get a new one get it powdercoated
beat me to it
Im gonna bin this slow pc tomorrow
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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Ive sent a pm to Dave aka Twins as I have an idea
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 09:58 PM
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Buy a couple of new ones ya tight wad


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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 10:02 PM
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Also sorted now
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Also sorted now
Elaborate


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