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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Best way to remove krylon

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:21:00 AM EDT

What the best way to do it?

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:21:56 AM EDT

[#1]

Acetone works well.

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:32:25 AM EDT

[#2]

Try some cans of brake cleaner. That's how I removed the Krylon from my M4gery.

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:33:25 AM EDT

[#3]

The cheapo $1 can of wallmart carb cleaner or brake cleaner work well.

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:35:11 AM EDT

[#4]

Thanks Guys

Posted: 1/25/2006 9:35:54 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
The cheapo $1 can of wallmart carb cleaner or brake cleaner work well.

Posted: 1/25/2006 12:15:31 PM EDT

[#6]

I use cheapo Walmart lacquer thinner, by the gallon can, for degreasing. It will also remove krylon easily. The stuff in the blue and orange can.

Posted: 1/25/2006 2:25:08 PM EDT

[#7]

For a non-toxic, non-fumes, non-numb fingers application, try Castrol Super Clean. I use it to remove Krylon primer and Krylon Triple Thick Glaze. Remember that this will remove all oils etc from whatever metal part you put it on. Let it soak overnight and using a cold water rinse and a toothbrush, it will remove the paint.

While i am new to the AR scene, I have been painting miniatures for many years (paid for my 1st AR with miniature sales ) and I use the Castrol stuff for all my stripping needs. I takes primers, enamels, acrylics, and laquers off nicely. I used to use acetone but I started loosing the feeling in my finger tips for a day or so after using it so I looked for other means. The best stripper used to be Lemon Pine Sol until they changed to the "dirt dont float" formula and runied it. With all things, test on a small area 1st before you do the whole thing.

Posted: 1/25/2006 2:27:49 PM EDT

[#8]

Well now I know how to remove it, I can let loose with the camo schemes.
Thanks. I like the ultra flat camo paints from Walmart.

Posted: 1/25/2006 2:52:06 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
I used to use acetone but I started loosing the feeling in my finger tips for a day or so after using it............

If your going to play with chemicals like acetone it would be wise to invest a couple bucks in a set of rubber gloves.

Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS): Acetone

Posted: 1/25/2006 3:15:43 PM EDT

[#10]

Hmm.... I may dive in as well.... good info!

Posted: 1/25/2006 3:17:23 PM EDT

[#11]

I might be wary of the Acetone; it might eat up the plastic, but then again I am not 100% sure of that. You can also use Easy-Off Oven Cleaner; I used that to remove about 7 layers of krylon flat paint from a CVC Helmet Shell, including the original OD Green paint; let it soak overnight, then use cold water and a brush to remove any stubborn sports. As with anything else, use rubber gloves and do it in a well-ventilated area.

The CVC Helmet was repainted and rebuild for an Army friend as an "ETS Gift".

Posted: 1/25/2006 3:32:18 PM EDT

[#12]

Topic: Ever want to start a stock paint job COMPLETELY over? - FINALLY UPDATED!

www.snipershide.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=17;t=001922

Check this thread out before you all jump on the brake cleaner band wagon

Posted: 1/25/2006 6:13:29 PM EDT

[#13]

Just remember to keep the Super-Clean away from aluminum.

I was using some to clean off a really nasty stove hood the other day - suddenly the paint started falling off of it. Guess I mixed it too strong.

Posted: 1/25/2006 6:20:08 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:
Topic: Ever want to start a stock paint job COMPLETELY over? - FINALLY UPDATED!

www.snipershide.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=17;t=001922

Check this thread out before you all jump on the brake cleaner band wagon

As already posted, super clean attacks aluminum, so figure out if you think its worth using for your specific project.

For people who are looking for a general purpose item to strip and degrease, SC is not a good choice.

Posted: 1/26/2006 4:38:55 AM EDT

[#15]

If you paint your gun, how do you clean it without removing the paint?

Posted: 1/26/2006 4:40:25 AM EDT

[#16]

brake or carb cleaner works best,

Posted: 1/26/2006 6:59:28 AM EDT

[#17]

DO NOT USE EASY_OFF!
I am still looking for someone to re-anodize my upper&lower.

Posted: 1/26/2006 7:18:33 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
DO NOT USE EASY_OFF!
I am still looking for someone to re-anodize my upper&lower.

There are people here who aren't going to pay attention or learn from your experiences.

Posted: 1/26/2006 7:20:00 AM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:
If you paint your gun, how do you clean it without removing the paint?

Use of a quality finish, like Norrells or KG, will allow you to pour solvents all over it witout concern.

If you are using basic spray paints, you have to be more careful.

Posted: 1/26/2006 7:25:59 AM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:
I use cheapo Walmart lacquer thinner, by the gallon can, for degreasing. It will also remove krylon easily. The stuff in the blue and orange can.

I have a Surefire rail which has been painted green. I want to return it to basic black. How long do you think I would have to put it in the thinner to get the paint off?

Posted: 1/26/2006 1:08:38 PM EDT

[#21]

Paper towel with light rubbing using nail polish remover.

Posted: 1/26/2006 1:25:07 PM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:
Paper towel with light rubbing using nail polish remover.

AKA acetone

Posted: 1/26/2006 4:30:38 PM EDT

[#23]

Anyone know whether that super clean would be good on alumahyde? I dicked up an ak trying to refinish it and want to start over...

Posted: 1/28/2006 1:25:41 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:
I use cheapo Walmart lacquer thinner, by the gallon can, for degreasing. It will also remove krylon easily. The stuff in the blue and orange can.

+1 on the Laquer thinner , works great

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