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Laquer removal from 40 day clock

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March 12, 2008, 11:21
James G. Fischer
Laquer removal from 40 day clock
Hello,

Does anyone know how to remove the laquer from the old 400 day brass clocks? I am particularly concerned about any mechanical (buffing) technique on brass plated steel bases. Thanks.

Jim Fischer
March 12, 2008, 11:51
Lindell V. Riddle

Hi Jim,

There are a number of different finish removers available in hardware store paint departments, checking the packages and instructions may provide some direction. Personally I use plain old lacquer thinner, but it is expensive and becoming increasingly difficult to find. I definitely agree with you on wanting to use a chemical for removal rather than an abrasive. By the way, to avoid fumes I wait for a nice day and do that kind of work outdoors.

Let's see what others suggest.

Lindell

Wink
October 18, 2008, 18:41
Wayne Billings
Up here in chapter 6, most of the guys use oven cleaner, the kind that isn't heated.
October 22, 2008, 20:08
Steve Middlesworth
I can tell you that after you get the old laquer off, use some simichrome to clean the brass back to a beautiful shine. As suggested by Lindell, I then used Testors Clear Gloss spray to preserve the shine.

Steve