Paint stripper recommendation

yelcab1 · 04-01-2005, 06:47 AM

Can anyone recommend a decent paint stripper? I just bought an old Carrera tail and lid and would like to strip it all before painting.

Also, where can I buy some POR-22 (rust treatment paint, not for the tail of course)?

john walker's workshop · 04-01-2005, 06:49 AM

aircraft remover on the metal.

Scott Clarke · Scott Clarke's Garage

Try your local hot rod shop for POR products.
-Scott

ken_xman · 04-01-2005, 06:54 AM

you said paint ....stripper........
I was thinking finger paints.

oneblueyedog · oneblueyedog's Garage

I stripped my front valence with Stipper from Home Depot. It was heavy duty stuff in a gallon container. Worked as well as the AC stripper aerosol. Don't use on FGlass.

Determined · Determined's Garage

I second the aircraft paint remover for metal, then treat the metal before priming. Good luck!

Alex

scottb · 04-01-2005, 10:47 AM

If you can't find Por-15 locally, you can buy it on their website. www.por15.com. I recently placed an order, and it showed up pretty quickly.

Eric Coffey · 04-01-2005, 12:44 PM

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Originally posted by yelcab1
Can anyone recommend a decent paint stripper? I just bought an old Carrera tail and lid and would like to strip it all before painting.

Also, where can I buy some POR-22 (rust treatment paint, not for the tail of course)?

Use the standard "aircraft stripper" on the metal deck lid as mentioned. On the actual tail base (fiberglass/Fibron) use the "aircracft stripper" made for fiberglass. It is the one that comes with the spray bottle. Most all auto paint supply stores should carry both varieties.

yelcab1 · 04-01-2005, 01:03 PM

I actually got a great deal on an OEM original Carrera tail made of Metal. So, safe for all stripper it is.

Eric Coffey · 04-01-2005, 03:36 PM

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Originally posted by yelcab1
I actually got a great deal on an OEM original Carrera tail made of Metal. So, safe for all stripper it is.

Ahh, yes. For some reason I thought you were referring to the `84-`89 OEM Carrera tail variety (which it is NOT metal). Good luck, and make sure to lay down a big sheet of cardboard or vinyl, because it will make a mess!

Also, to increase the stripper's effectiveness, brush it on then quickly lay cling-wrap or a trash bag over the area to be covered (to prevent the stripper from evaporating). That way you will minimize the number of "coats" needed.