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Use a heat gun to soften it, or pour boiling water on it (then heat gun to keep it warm).

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Usually they would use a steamer to soften the bond and it will come off fairly easily.

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Use a heat gun to soften it, or pour boiling water on it (then heat gun to keep it warm).

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Usually they would use a steamer to soften the bond and it will come off fairly easily.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Question for those with knowledge and/or experience with detailing/paint work. Photo is the front end of a black 2004 tt. Car was ceramic coated recently but this apparent clear bra has been on the car for 10+ years. Can this be removed safely or should it just be left alone? Thanks

POST 2Original post

A detail shop should be able to remove that. Usually they would use a steamer to soften the bond and it will come off fairly easily. As long as it's not cracked it should not be a huge job.

POST 3Original post

It can be removed but there is a risk of it pulling paint with it, even if its softened. Unfortunately its just one of the risks with PPF. I've pulled old PPF before and had no issues, I've also had new adhesive pull off a small amount of clear so yeah.

POST 4Original post

Use a heat gun to soften it, or pour boiling water on it (then heat gun to keep it warm). When it's that old it's going to come off in small chunks, just keep at it. You will want to buy some plastic razor blades too. Once you've removed the PPF, most of the adhesive will still probably be left on the paint. I really like the Turtle Wax adhesive remover. You'll need to do several passes with it, but it will get everything off. Amazon Amazon Amazon Amazon

POST 5 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks for all the comments.

POST 6Original post

Most can be removed easily and with no damage. Especially if factory paint. Just TAKE YOUR TIME. This isn't a job that should be rushed.

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