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41-willys
08-19-2006, 11:52 PM
Hi guys
I just picked up a JL Firebird and a Vega. I want to know if there is any way of removing the numbers on the roofs with out damage to the body or discoloration.
Thanks
Bill

noddaz
08-20-2006, 07:45 AM
I have not tried it, but I understand if you use nail polish remover and a Q-tip, and are very careful it can be done...

clausheupel
08-20-2006, 08:36 AM
Hi guys
I just picked up a JL Firebird and a Vega. I want to know if there is any way of removing the numbers on the roofs with out damage to the body or discoloration.
Thanks
Bill

Hi Bill,

I always use an automotive polishing compound for tampo printing removal. It just takes away the tampo paint, but doesn´t affect the lacquer below (other than increasing its shine... ;-)).

E.g. I did the same with one of my JL Vegas´ roof number:

http://www.aus-dem-rahmen-gefallen.de/slotcars/jl_firebird+nova_low%21_05.jpg

Greetings from Gemany,

Claus

www.c-jet500.de.vu

ParkRNDL
08-20-2006, 03:09 PM
good advice, claus! I gotta try that...

hey, how have you been? haven't seen you around these parts lately...

--rick

41-willys
08-20-2006, 10:40 PM
Hey Claus

I tried the polishing compound on the Vega. It worked ok for me. You can still see a very faint #3 on the Roof, but boy is it shiney. I may try the nail polish remover on the Firebird next to see how that does.

Thanks for the tips guys

zanza
08-22-2006, 08:23 AM
Personally I've tried a product for cleaning CD's and it has worked well...and also to remove small scratch...
Check it here http://slotcar.zanzaman.com/tip_removetampo.html

SCJ
08-22-2006, 12:46 PM
I use testors air brush paint thinner and a q-tip...works well, but if your not careful it will remove base color paint as well.


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roadrner
08-22-2006, 10:51 PM
I use testors air brush paint thinner and a q-tip...works well, but if your not careful it will remove base color paint as well.


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Have done the same, use it lightly and you'll be okay. rr