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Painting 88 XR7 side molding SEM trim black/removing factory paint

So I have found a NOS driver's door molding for an 88 XR7 (thank you major metro area). The issue is that it is white. I'm assuming the molding is just a regular 87-88 Thunderbird/Cougar molding painted white by the factory correct? If so I should be able to just paint it with SEM trim black and it should match the regular 87-88 side moldings. Unless anyone has a way to get the factory paint off without damaging the rubber underneath.
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

Painting 88 XR7 side molding SEM trim black/removing factory paint

Reply #1 –
You'll no doubt find this hard to believe but I honestly cannot remember what my old '88 XR7 had. The front and back bolt-on moldings were molded in color for sure. But the moldings between the doors...can't remember.
 

Painting 88 XR7 side molding SEM trim black/removing factory paint

Reply #2 –
Well if it's white painting it may not be the best option.

I have a spare drivers door molding that is a little bent and has a scuff on it. I'm attempting to restore it. If the process works I'll be posting a how to process.
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.