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Post by shastavic on Jun 24, 2010 16:58:25 GMT -5
anyone have experience with any type of paint remover on aluminum? any suggestions, brand names or type? I want to get the paint off and polish up drip rails around windows.
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joek
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Post by joek on Jun 29, 2010 22:46:54 GMT -5
Pretty much any kind of stripper will do. I used Citri-Strip, because I like that is less toxic and smells nice. If you go an auto paint store, you can "airplane stripper" which will take off a few layers at a time, but is also pretty nasty stuff.
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Post by tbkillen on Jun 29, 2010 23:14:09 GMT -5
Make sure you follow all of the safety recommendations (rubber chemical resistant gloves, face / eye protection, good ventilation...) And, you might want to check and make sure there's no lead in the paint. You can get test kits at Lowes.
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Post by scrawny on Jun 30, 2010 0:35:07 GMT -5
removall 220 is the best paint stripper I have ever used. Not toxic, smells ok, works well and easy cleanup. Downside is you have to buy a gallon. Way too much if your only doing drip rails. Vintage trailer supply sells it for around $60. Good luck.
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Post by franksshasta on Jun 30, 2010 20:29:01 GMT -5
If you're doing the whole camper, go ahead and get the auto parts store airplane stripper. Nasty as hell, but eats through all layers including primer in one application. Respirator (not paper kind), Glasses, long sleaves, pants, and heavy gloves. Do it outside!. Did my whole camper in two days. Be generous with the application and don't backstroke. You'll be amazed. You actually hear it bubble.
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