[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Removing paint

Posted: 7/2/2006 9:27:57 AM EDT

I picked up a rifle locally, at a great price, but the guy painted it with Krylon OD, black and brown. Would using regular paint remover hurt the original finish ? Is so, what would you all suggest. Thanks.

Posted: 7/2/2006 9:29:30 AM EDT

[#1]

I used strike hold solvent and a scuff pad, then a red rag to get mine off. I know others have used chemical strippers but not sure what kind. Maybe ask in the refinishing forum.

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Posted: 7/2/2006 9:35:28 AM EDT

[#2]

Goof off works great. You can get it at any hardware type store.

Posted: 7/2/2006 9:36:48 AM EDT

[#3]

I have used brake fluid (like in cars) with a scuff pad to remove Krylon from issued rifles. It's a dirty job, but the fluid works well.

Posted: 7/2/2006 10:07:04 AM EDT

[#4]

Thanks all.

Posted: 7/2/2006 10:10:44 AM EDT

[#5]

Mineral spirits works great.

Posted: 7/2/2006 11:39:49 AM EDT

[#6]

Try carb cleaner. Gets kind of messey though.

Posted: 7/2/2006 11:42:35 AM EDT

[#7]

You may want to check the refinishing forum, methods of removing krylon have been covered there a few times.

Its not that hard, and you should be able to get it all off without much trouble.

Posted: 7/2/2006 12:12:25 PM EDT

[#8]

Lacquer thinner

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