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How to strip Tamiya TS paint

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    August 2004
How to strip Tamiya TS paint
Posted by kd6ovv on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 10:29 PM
I want to strip the TS paint and re-paint with different color. How can I do it? Thanks,
James
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 11:15 PM
Haven't used them yet but I believe these are lacquer-based spray paints. Try either oven cleaner or brake fluid to strip the paint off. They won't affect the plastic though I've read of a few modelers reporting some "hazing" of clear parts, but nothing a rub of polishing or rubbing compound couldn't fix. I think some also use Castrol Super Clean, but I'm not sure what its effects are on paint and plastic. Hope this helps.

Cheers,
onyan
  • Member since
    January 2004
  • From: USA
Posted by MusicCity on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 5:20 AM
QUOTE: I think some also use Castrol Super Clean, but I'm not sure what its effects are on paint and plastic. Hope this helps.

That's what I use, and it works fine on enamels and acrylics. Haven't tried it on laquers though.
Scott Craig -- Nashville, TN -- My Website -- My Models Page
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 6:17 AM
Isopropyl alcohol works .
It doesnt damage the plastic and is the same as the Tamiya brand acrylic paint thinners.
This stuff also works on Citadel Miniatures spray cans and will strip Vallejo acrylics.
Be prepared for a lot of rubbing.

It will also shift cured paint (acrylic) so if you want to strip an old kit for a fresh paint job its your best shot.
And its relatively cheap at €8 for a litre in any pharmacy.
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