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Question concerning rubbing alcohol

Posted:
Mon May 31, 2010 8:14 pm
by Hal7300
I intend to remove some paint from a few TF's (eg. Recon Ironhide).
I've heard Isopropyl rubbing alcohol is the best to use, but i've no idea how to use it without doing damage.
Also, is 70% proof the way to go?
Sorry if this has been covered before.
Re: Question concerning rubbing alcohol

Posted:
Mon May 31, 2010 8:39 pm
by Lapse Of Reason
70% is good, but takes some elbow grease!
Brasso works well in small amounts as long as you are removing paint from a colored plastic surface (paint over paint will remove both layers - not good). I know it works well to remove printing from LEGO pieces.
I also hear Pine Sol works well if you soak it for awhile.
Re: Question concerning rubbing alcohol

Posted:
Mon May 31, 2010 8:46 pm
by Kibble
The roof of Recon Ironhide is painted black so you'll have to be careful there. It's also a slow, relatively painful process...just so you know before you start.
Re: Question concerning rubbing alcohol

Posted:
Tue Jun 01, 2010 4:13 am
by Hal7300
Kibble wrote:The roof of Recon Ironhide is painted black so you'll have to be careful there.
Not too bothered about the roof, so i may leave it.
Thanks for the tips guys, very helpful.