If you want to whine away the hours, you could polish the surface with ever increasing fine wet and dry sandpaper and give it a final buff with a polishing compound and use a Dremel buffing bit. If you have an airbrush, decant the lacquer into the mixing cup for more control.
u got to be kidding me i bought 4 1993 toyota supras but messed up because of lack off prep and tryed paint thinner, denature and differnt chemicals to get it off but lead to all of them ruined and u telling me i can just do this, man but thank u for posting this now i wont have a problem in the future like 👍
Best video to date. I made a mistake and took the advice of another video and used Simply Green. The odor makes me sneeze and it doesn't work. Off the get some alcohol.
I need to do this also. Rattle cans you need to pour warm water in a bowl and let the can sit awhile. Then shake the crap out of it and put the paint on in mist coats. Over time. Very slowly. The time frame is up to you. It just needs to set up. Practice Practic Practice...
That's good tip using 91% isopropyl alcohol. I am gonna probably test out a few other types of strippers as well, I know Easy off yellow oven cleaner does a good job at stripping chrome off parts
Well, just wanted to update my progress,, the 99% alcohol just barely soften the paint,, so I went with the Graffiti Remover, which soften the paint to like a sludge to smudge off with a rag. It worked, but it was messy and left dark smudges on white body. I may now try paint thinner to wipe it up. Other than that, I can now prime and paint my color.
My car Brake fluid is the same as power steering fluid, can it do the job ? Also is it save for tiny plastic parts, i cant afford to risk or damage my project ?? 🙏
I used denatured alcohol to strip mine. Took about 3 hours of soaking and the paint (MCW enamel with hardener) and clear coat slid right off the car. I tried the super clean overnight and it would not remove the clear coat. The denatured alcohol removed the clear and the paint as a single unit. Right back down to the primer (Tamiya)
I am about to strip down a 1:25 scale Trumpeter American LaFrance Eagle Pumper fire engine body that has alot of paint mistakes.. The model is sort of expensive, (I paid almost $85.00 for it 3 yrs ago) and was wondering, does the 91% IPA cause any damage to the plastic? My biggest fear is, submerging it, coming back in an hour or so and finding soft spots or holes eaten in it. I'm redoing the rig and kit-bashing/scratch building a heavy rescue walk-through style body for it with flashing lights, sound and possibly miniature RC componants depending on how it turns out. Gonna be my most 'complicated' rebuild to date.
Wow. Sounds great. I have soaked model cars in it for a few days from several different manufactures with no damage to any plastics but I always recommend trying on something you can live without just in case.
Hey, Chris here.....great video BTW, very helpful. I have a Camaro hood(oddly enough) that has Mr. Surfacer 1200 rattle can grey primer & Tamiya gloss black paint lacquer from the rattle can also over it & it's been sitting in Purple Power for just about a week now with no results. I'm thinking Purple Power weakens over time which is why it's not working. Do U think if I use 91% or 99% Isopropyl alcohol, I can get the paint & primer off without any damage to the plastic hood? I need to do some sanding after the paint & primer are off & re prime & paint the hood obviously........I'm not a fan of Mr Surfacer primer at all........any info would be helpful........thanks so much!!!!!!
I have left parts in the alcohol for several days with no damage to the plastics. You should start to see it working in about an hour if it is going to work at all. Give it a shot and see what happens.
@@ScaledDownCustoms funny U said that, I put my hood of my kit in 91% alcohol last night & I already got all the paint & primer off & it’s ready for fresh primer & paint......... awesome!!!!!!!! I thank U much, speak 2 U soon!!!!!!
I find purple power works better in warmer weather i had the same problem a few times when its cold out because i leave it in the garage in the summer i put it outside in the sun or is it me just thinking it works better
Okay, I decided to try it. I've started by just doing a couple of hoods. I know neither was primed before painting so there's just color. I've checked them periodically and it's very slow going after about 16 hours. I've got to learn patience. Will I be moving on to Super Clean? We'll see.
Yes, sometimes it can take a while. If you are seeing that it is starting to work a little then leave it in longer. If you are not seeing any change after the first twelve hours then this method might not work for that type of paint.
I have tried this on a lot of different paints and I have not have it not work on anything yet to include primers and clears. If you want to test it on something, paint some sprue and see if it takes the paint off.
I am shocked.. I can't believe the alcohol worked for you. I tried it on a white body which someone painted in black, and the 99% isopropyl alcohol didn't work, even afterleavingit soak from one day to the next. I recently purchased "Lift-offs Graffiti Remover, which has shown the ability to soften paint so it can be removed. But I am glad for you however. I am almost tempted to try it again..
@@ScaledDownCustoms I gave it another try with alcohol, but, its not to my expectations. It made the paint soft, that I could scratch it off with alot (too much) of elbow grease lol. . but did not entirely come off. So I rinsed parts and started spraying them with Lift-off Graffiti Remover. Now this stuff works better, on contact,, but again, it softened the paint to the point you can wipe it off with a rag. But it also involves work. At least it doesn't damage the plastic.. Its tedious man, I'd rather toss entire model out, than to endure this.. and yet I'm doing it..😆 🤣
From what I understand, depending on the type of plastic, break fluid could soften the plastic and make it bend or make it brittle and may snap in half very easily.
Yes, this is polystyrene. I have not tried resin but I would think that it would work just the same. Try a small piece or put a few drops on it to see if it reacts to the resin to be sure.
How would this work on a botched paint job on an engine block that has been glued together?....I didn't do any prep work and the paint I used did not bond
Depending on the paint, it should take it right off. You will know if it is going to work after about 15 minuets. Just try it and see if it works. I have never had it damage any plastic parts.
How long does it take to work in comparison? I have a plastic logo for my Guitar Amplifier Cabinet that was painted and I want to restore it to original. It is only about 15" Long x 2" tall by 1/4" High. Thanks in advance!
Would this remove glue or cement causing parts to separate if it was a complete model? I want to remove the paint on a tank of mine but I am worried about parts coming off.
The paint will only need an hour or so to strip and it will take a lot longer than that for it to start affecting any glues. It will not affect glue super (CA) glue but does weaken two part epoxies. The epoxy began to be affected around 24hrs.
I don’t have experience, with stripping, but I can say with fair certainty, that it will not affect liquid cement, used for polystyrene. The cement differs from CA glue, in that the CA glue remains there between two parts, holding them together. The liquid cement, causes a chemical reaction, with the plastic, causing it to soften, which permanently welds/bonds the two plastics together. I see this comment was from nine months ago, but just in case, I hope this helps
Hey there.. do you know how to remove an over spray on a clear plastic ..? I spray on window trim and the paint somehow leaking through the masking tape and ruins the window
I have used this method for clear parts with good results as well. If the clear parts are already installed you can try some alcohol on a q-tip or cotton bud. You can also try a little more aggressive method by using a high grit, like 5000, sandpaper and then polishing the clear back out.
I think you are not aware of using the ultrasonic cleaner method, those machines they use at eye glasses shops to clean your glasses. Fill the tank of the machine with any kind of thinner or paint remover, put the painted model in the machine, and within 30 seconds of ultrasonic vibration, the model will be as clean as the day you bought it, before you even put a drop of paint on it. It really is magical.
I have tried that. You just have to be carful that the machine is capable of holding thinners or anything else you put in there without damaging the machine or any of the parts, like the basket.
I tried it using paint thinner and acetone and they both started melting the plastic holding tray. I tested the isopropyl alcohol on the tray and it seems to be working fine. I will try it using isopropyl alcohol next time. Thanks for the idea.
It was a lacquer base paint over a Tamiya primer with Tamiya "rattle can" clear coat. I think it was a Tamiya paint. I have also used this method for Tamiya paints, water based primer, Tamiya primer, Mr. Hobby primer, 2K clear and Scale Finishes paints. It has a harder time removing solvent based primers where the parts have been sanded but with a little extra work those primers come off also. I have not had any issues with it harming the plastic so you just have to try it.
I just use general drug store brand and as high % as I can get but if all you can get it 70% then just use that. It might take longer but it should work.
I have left a body in the solution for several days with no damage to the plastic, but if it does not start working within an hour then it is not going to work, so there is no reason to leave it in that long. You can always test the sprue pieces. I always recommend testing if there is a concern.
Hi, I try to paint the plastic model of the Titanic, the yellow line in the hull with Tamiya spray and I don´t know what happen, was a disaster. My fear is if the Isopropyl Alcohol can make any damage to the plastic. I don´t know how can do because the Titanic hull have 1.30 mts long. Trumpeter model is expensive for lost. Thanks.
I have not had the Alcohol damage any plastic parts as of yet, nonetheless, I would test it for your peace of mind. If you have any sprue left over, put some paint on that and place it in the solution. If not, put a drop or two in an inconspicuous place and see if it damages the model.
I think it will. You could put a few drops on it and see if it starts to rub the paint off. I have tried it on the clear plastic windows that come in the kits and it did not hurt the plastic at all. But I always recommend testing it first to see what reaction it will have.
video's old ik but is this safe to do after putting on parts using tamiya cement without damaging parts? (i used the wrong paint thinking it was a primer ((used tamiya ps-1 white))
I have not had the alcohol damage any parts yet, but I always suggest testing unknown processes. Just put a few drops on a part and you will know right away if it is going to work or not as it should start reacting with the paint right away.
You're not doing anything wrong, it might be the type of paint. I have found that if it doesn't start working within an hour, it is usually not going to work. This method does not work on everything. I know a lot of people have had success with using brake fluid.
So I managed to F* up my Mustang, Its big and hard to paint. So it doesnt have primer (I have been modelling for over 5 years, maybe more or less, this year I bought primer and omg Its The best) and it has spray Blue (metallic) and spray clear (propably 1k) The color went on ok, but The clear is... unaccepteable, So will this strip off both clear and paint? And will 100% ipa work? Also Its 1:12 scale (~40cm long maybe? Its So big that it is hard to paint) Oh and Also can I reuse The stuff? Like remove paint and pour back in The Bottle
I have had success stripping off my 2K clear and paint. I have not used 100%. I have never had this method damage any parts yet. You will just have to try it to see if it will work. I have been using the same liquid since I have started, so yes, rebottle and reuse.
You just need Easy Off, a Ziploc bag. Put plastic part inside, spray it, leave it overnight zipped. Next day, wear rubber globes and safety goggles, use and old toothbrush or poly fiber dish brush ($4) to remove paint, rinse it with water, done deal.
I have tried several different parts and so far the rubbing alcohol has not damaged any parts. If you have some old sprue you can put that in whatever solution to test it out. If you do not have anything like that, place a drop on an inconspicuous area and see if it damages the plastic. I always recommend testing to ease peace of mind.
It might not. Just have to try it. You will know if it is going to work or not within about 15min. If it does not work, guys have been having luck with brake fluid on some of those other paints. Just keep an eye on it.
It is going to be a different kind of paint. This method does not work on all paints. Some guys have had luck with brake fluid for the other kinds of paints.
I've never thought about using Isopropyl Alcohol for stripping paint before.
I'm definitely going to try this.
Thanks.
Great job thanks for the help , sometimes I am afraid to put chemicals on plastic.
If you want to whine away the hours, you could polish the surface with ever increasing fine wet and dry sandpaper and give it a final buff with a polishing compound and use a Dremel buffing bit. If you have an airbrush, decant the lacquer into the mixing cup for more control.
Quick and simple, certainly worth a try. Thank you.
You're welcome!
Bro, I’ve spent years wet sanding my mistakes away…this looks so much easier! I’ve got a couple builds that I can finally correct. Thanks for the vid!
Glad to help
You just saved my Porsche! Thank you so much for this. 👍🏻⭐️
Glad it was helpful.
This just saved me on my AMT 55 Bel Air. Thank you!
Perfect! Glad it was helpful.
This saved my 67 impala. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful
Super clean works amazing 24hrs or less it's done
u got to be kidding me i bought 4 1993 toyota supras but messed up because of lack off prep and tryed paint thinner, denature and differnt chemicals to get it off but lead to all of them ruined and u telling me i can just do this, man but thank u for posting this now i wont have a problem in the future like 👍
I stuffed up a model so now I'm stripping the paint, buts it's part of the learning process! You should show us your builds! I plan to upload soon!
This will save me a huge amount of time and sanding. Thank you!
Glad to help
thanks for the video good info im scared stripper might melt all my parts lol
Happy to help
Great video thanks for the tip.
Thanks for watching
When I was 13 I left a model body in gasoline overnight and when I checked on it the next morning it was a puddle of goo.lol. good video.👍
Ahh, those wonderful "learning moments."
Automotive brake fluid works great too..
Thanks, now I can repaint my 82 Firebird se model kit
I'm glad is was helpful.
I might do this. I really messed up the paint on my model ship.
we all make mistakes, but the it did look cool with the black and white stripes
Best video to date. I made a mistake and took the advice of another video and used Simply Green. The odor makes me sneeze and it doesn't work. Off the get some alcohol.
Good luck.
Resin vs plastic, super clean vs alcohol (high %). What for each? And how can you determine resin from plastic?
I need to do this also. Rattle cans you need to pour warm water in a bowl and let the can sit awhile. Then shake the crap out of it and put the paint on in mist coats. Over time. Very slowly. The time frame is up to you. It just needs to set up. Practice Practic Practice...
great tutorial.. thx 4 sharing... vinny
Glad you liked it.
That's good tip using 91% isopropyl alcohol. I am gonna probably test out a few other types of strippers as well, I know Easy off yellow oven cleaner does a good job at stripping chrome off parts
Thank you and yes, oven cleaner will take chrome off of kit parts. I have a video on that as well.
Yes, use the yellow can. The fume-free won't touch it.
Stripping a plastic train, 91% alcohol worked slowly but would not remove all the paint. Awesome from Dollar Tree for $1.25 worked GREAT
i have a nova that i stuffed up painting and need it re done
Well, just wanted to update my progress,, the 99% alcohol just barely soften the paint,, so I went with the Graffiti Remover, which soften the paint to like a sludge to smudge off with a rag. It worked, but it was messy and left dark smudges on white body. I may now try paint thinner to wipe it up. Other than that, I can now prime and paint my color.
I have always used brake fluid let is soak paint falls right off. Take way less than 24 hours.
My car Brake fluid is the same as power steering fluid, can it do the job ? Also is it save for tiny plastic parts, i cant afford to risk or damage my project ?? 🙏
Can it be used on plastic?
Just painted a Hayabusa 1:12 an I absolutely hate the color scheme.. definitely try this tonight..thank u
IPA definitely works to strip enamel spray bomb paint job. The newer the paint job the quicker it comes off
I used denatured alcohol to strip mine. Took about 3 hours of soaking and the paint (MCW enamel with hardener) and clear coat slid right off the car. I tried the super clean overnight and it would not remove the clear coat. The denatured alcohol removed the clear and the paint as a single unit. Right back down to the primer (Tamiya)
Denatured alcohol - methylated spirits? Really?
What solution?
Thank you for the video... I wonder if it would work with 2 part l, 2k paint...
It works on 2K clear.
Is a another way to this I'm might try this
I am about to strip down a 1:25 scale Trumpeter American LaFrance Eagle Pumper fire engine body that has alot of paint mistakes.. The model is sort of expensive, (I paid almost $85.00 for it 3 yrs ago) and was wondering, does the 91% IPA cause any damage to the plastic? My biggest fear is, submerging it, coming back in an hour or so and finding soft spots or holes eaten in it. I'm redoing the rig and kit-bashing/scratch building a heavy rescue walk-through style body for it with flashing lights, sound and possibly miniature RC componants depending on how it turns out. Gonna be my most 'complicated' rebuild to date.
Wow. Sounds great. I have soaked model cars in it for a few days from several different manufactures with no damage to any plastics but I always recommend trying on something you can live without just in case.
@@ScaledDownCustoms I used a few pieces out of my parts box testing a few chemicals and it seemed to work ok.
Hey, Chris here.....great video BTW, very helpful. I have a Camaro hood(oddly enough) that has Mr. Surfacer 1200 rattle can grey primer & Tamiya gloss black paint lacquer from the rattle can also over it & it's been sitting in Purple Power for just about a week now with no results. I'm thinking Purple Power weakens over time which is why it's not working. Do U think if I use 91% or 99% Isopropyl alcohol, I can get the paint & primer off without any damage to the plastic hood? I need to do some sanding after the paint & primer are off & re prime & paint the hood obviously........I'm not a fan of Mr Surfacer primer at all........any info would be helpful........thanks so much!!!!!!
I have left parts in the alcohol for several days with no damage to the plastics. You should start to see it working in about an hour if it is going to work at all. Give it a shot and see what happens.
@@ScaledDownCustoms funny U said that, I put my hood of my kit in 91% alcohol last night & I already got all the paint & primer off & it’s ready for fresh primer & paint......... awesome!!!!!!!! I thank U much, speak 2 U soon!!!!!!
I find purple power works better in warmer weather i had the same problem a few times when its cold out because i leave it in the garage in the summer i put it outside in the sun or is it me just thinking it works better
Tamiya makes a Lacquer thinner. I used it with a paper towel and it just rubbed right off. Primer and several layers of lacquer.
Good video! Thanks...guess what I'm doing tomorrow, lol.
Good luck
So how many person alcohol you use
Okay, I decided to try it. I've started by just doing a couple of hoods. I know neither was primed before painting so there's
just color. I've checked them periodically and it's very slow going after about 16 hours. I've got to learn patience. Will I be
moving on to Super Clean? We'll see.
Yes, sometimes it can take a while. If you are seeing that it is starting to work a little then leave it in longer. If you are not seeing any change after the first twelve hours then this method might not work for that type of paint.
Does this alcohol also remove the glued bits on the body? Don’t know if you mentioned it because I skipped through the video
No the alcohol will not remove glue.
Do you know if this will work on clear parts such as windshields and lights ?
I don't normally paint clear parts so I have not tried it on them but I don't see any reason why it would not work on clear parts.
I have tested it on clear parts and it works on them as well without damaging or fogging the clear.
this could work on Tamiya TS colors? It will remove primer too (also Tamiya spray can in my case) or only paints?
I have tried this on a lot of different paints and I have not have it not work on anything yet to include primers and clears. If you want to test it on something, paint some sprue and see if it takes the paint off.
I am shocked.. I can't believe the alcohol worked for you. I tried it on a white body which someone painted in black, and the 99% isopropyl alcohol didn't work, even afterleavingit soak from one day to the next. I recently purchased "Lift-offs Graffiti Remover, which has shown the ability to soften paint so it can be removed. But I am glad for you however. I am almost tempted to try it again..
Ya, this method does not work on all paints. Some people have had luck with brake fluid on the paints that the alcohol does not work on.
@@ScaledDownCustoms I gave it another try with alcohol, but, its not to my expectations. It made the paint soft, that I could scratch it off with alot (too much) of elbow grease lol. . but did not entirely come off. So I rinsed parts and started spraying them with Lift-off Graffiti Remover. Now this stuff works better, on contact,, but again, it softened the paint to the point you can wipe it off with a rag. But it also involves work. At least it doesn't damage the plastic.. Its tedious man, I'd rather toss entire model out, than to endure this.. and yet I'm doing it..😆 🤣
Nice tip, but is way way faster with brake fluid, you should try it, in half an hour will remove the paint, maybe faster using a brush to help you
The brake fluid works like a charm. I let the model for about 3 days and it literally peels the paint away.
From what I understand, depending on the type of plastic, break fluid could soften the plastic and make it bend or make it brittle and may snap in half very easily.
This appears to be a polystyrene plastic 1/25 model; does the Iso alcohol work on resin models (typically 1/43 and often 1/18)? Thanks!
Yes, this is polystyrene. I have not tried resin but I would think that it would work just the same. Try a small piece or put a few drops on it to see if it reacts to the resin to be sure.
How would this work on a botched paint job on an engine block that has been glued together?....I didn't do any prep work and the paint I used did not bond
Depending on the paint, it should take it right off. You will know if it is going to work after about 15 minuets. Just try it and see if it works. I have never had it damage any plastic parts.
I found the best thing to use is brake fluid it will not melt or damage the plastic.
How long does it take to work in comparison? I have a plastic logo for my Guitar Amplifier Cabinet that was painted and I want to restore it to original. It is only about 15" Long x 2" tall by 1/4" High. Thanks in advance!
I used brake fluid as a kid, some 20 years ago, and it most definitely turned my plastic model body into a gooey mess.
So to remove primer i need isopropyl alcohol right since primer also categorize as paint?
Yes, this will also remove most primers.
Would this remove glue or cement causing parts to separate if it was a complete model? I want to remove the paint on a tank of mine but I am worried about parts coming off.
The paint will only need an hour or so to strip and it will take a lot longer than that for it to start affecting any glues. It will not affect glue super (CA) glue but does weaken two part epoxies. The epoxy began to be affected around 24hrs.
Cement probably won't get affected either.
I don’t have experience, with stripping, but I can say with fair certainty, that it will not affect liquid cement, used for polystyrene. The cement differs from CA glue, in that the CA glue remains there between two parts, holding them together. The liquid cement, causes a chemical reaction, with the plastic, causing it to soften, which permanently welds/bonds the two plastics together. I see this comment was from nine months ago, but just in case, I hope this helps
Hey there.. do you know how to remove an over spray on a clear plastic ..?
I spray on window trim and the paint somehow leaking through the masking tape and ruins the window
I have used this method for clear parts with good results as well. If the clear parts are already installed you can try some alcohol on a q-tip or cotton bud. You can also try a little more aggressive method by using a high grit, like 5000, sandpaper and then polishing the clear back out.
@@ScaledDownCustoms alright .. thanks man ❤
I think you are not aware of using the ultrasonic cleaner method, those machines they use at eye glasses shops to clean your glasses. Fill the tank of the machine with any kind of thinner or paint remover, put the painted model in the machine, and within 30 seconds of ultrasonic vibration, the model will be as clean as the day you bought it, before you even put a drop of paint on it. It really is magical.
I have tried that. You just have to be carful that the machine is capable of holding thinners or anything else you put in there without damaging the machine or any of the parts, like the basket.
@@ScaledDownCustoms that's a not a concern, you are talking about thinners, not hydrochloric acid
I tried it using paint thinner and acetone and they both started melting the plastic holding tray. I tested the isopropyl alcohol on the tray and it seems to be working fine. I will try it using isopropyl alcohol next time. Thanks for the idea.
What about paint tinner could I use that ?
Paint thinner is really harsh and could melt the plastic. If you want to try it paint some sprue and put it in the thinner to see what happens.
What kind of paint and clear coat was on the car? I'm wondering because it might not work on mine
It was a lacquer base paint over a Tamiya primer with Tamiya "rattle can" clear coat. I think it was a Tamiya paint. I have also used this method for Tamiya paints, water based primer, Tamiya primer, Mr. Hobby primer, 2K clear and Scale Finishes paints. It has a harder time removing solvent based primers where the parts have been sanded but with a little extra work those primers come off also. I have not had any issues with it harming the plastic so you just have to try it.
@@ScaledDownCustoms okay
Do u now if u i can get that stuff in Australia???
I do not know. It is just Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol.
What plastic is the ABS - PE - PP? Does the primer come off too?
All I know about the plastic is that it is polystyrene and yes, it will take off most primers as well.
Thanks a heap. I want to strip a Hot Wheels Sizzler.
Good luck.
what brand of isopropyl alcohol do i use. And is it ok to use 70% or 99.9% isopropyl alcohol.
I just use general drug store brand and as high % as I can get but if all you can get it 70% then just use that. It might take longer but it should work.
Will this damage the car body at all ? I tried chemical stripping in the past and it started to eat the car
I have left a body in the solution for several days with no damage to the plastic, but if it does not start working within an hour then it is not going to work, so there is no reason to leave it in that long. You can always test the sprue pieces. I always recommend testing if there is a concern.
If I soak a completed model in the solution, will it dissolve the glue?
Depending on the type of glue but mostly no, it will not dissolve most glues.
@@ScaledDownCustoms shoot, I used the testors model glue that comes with some kits. CRAP!!
Put a paper coffee filter or a paper towel in the funnel when you pour the alcohol beck into the jug..........................
Thanks for the tip. I will defiantly try that.
I have a slot car that has a white finish and clear coat. How do I prep that ?
You can try this method. put a little on an inconspicuous place and see if it starts to remove the product.
@@ScaledDownCustoms Worked out great, ty for video
Does this work on enamel or laquer ?
I have used this method on different types and kinds of paint. I think it will work on enamels as well. Give it a try and see.
Hi, I try to paint the plastic model of the Titanic, the yellow line in the hull with Tamiya spray and I don´t know what happen, was a disaster. My fear is if the Isopropyl Alcohol can make any damage to the plastic. I don´t know how can do because the Titanic hull have 1.30 mts long. Trumpeter model is expensive for lost. Thanks.
I have not had the Alcohol damage any plastic parts as of yet, nonetheless, I would test it for your peace of mind. If you have any sprue left over, put some paint on that and place it in the solution. If not, put a drop or two in an inconspicuous place and see if it damages the model.
Would this work for polyurethane paint on clear acrylic plastic?
I think it will. You could put a few drops on it and see if it starts to rub the paint off. I have tried it on the clear plastic windows that come in the kits and it did not hurt the plastic at all. But I always recommend testing it first to see what reaction it will have.
What to do if you can't find isopropyl alcohol
A lot of guys have had luck with brake fluid. I would test it on some throw away parts first though.
I had the same issue with the same car
same thing ... only different
hi, can this method also strip off the paint from ABS plastic keycaps of computer keyboard?
Not sure. You would just have to try it. I would just test an area first though.
Will it work to strip rust oleum 2x paint off a model car?
Not sure on that one. You would just have to try it. You will know in about an hour if it is going to work or not.
Will it work with acrylic paints?
It should. I sometimes use an acrylic primer and it takes that right off.
@@ScaledDownCustoms Thanks :)
video's old ik but is this safe to do after putting on parts using tamiya cement without damaging parts? (i used the wrong paint thinking it was a primer ((used tamiya ps-1 white))
I have not had the alcohol damage any parts yet, but I always suggest testing unknown processes. Just put a few drops on a part and you will know right away if it is going to work or not as it should start reacting with the paint right away.
@@ScaledDownCustoms just going to save money by sanding off the excessive paint and priming it again
Pour the liquid through a coffee filter for better results if you plan to reuse the alcohol again.
Thanks, I will try that.
Automotive paint strainer.
I'm using 99% and it's not working at all. I've left it in there for like a week but nothing happened. Am I doing something wrong?
You're not doing anything wrong, it might be the type of paint. I have found that if it doesn't start working within an hour, it is usually not going to work. This method does not work on everything. I know a lot of people have had success with using brake fluid.
depend on the color...
my question we got isopropyl alcohol thats 64 % only at my cemset here home twon that strong a nuff take pant off pls
It might just take longer but you could try it and see if it works.
Is this safe on styrene plastic
Yes
So I managed to F* up my Mustang, Its big and hard to paint. So it doesnt have primer (I have been modelling for over 5 years, maybe more or less, this year I bought primer and omg Its The best) and it has spray Blue (metallic) and spray clear (propably 1k) The color went on ok, but The clear is... unaccepteable, So will this strip off both clear and paint? And will 100% ipa work? Also Its 1:12 scale (~40cm long maybe? Its So big that it is hard to paint)
Oh and Also can I reuse The stuff? Like remove paint and pour back in The Bottle
I have had success stripping off my 2K clear and paint. I have not used 100%. I have never had this method damage any parts yet. You will just have to try it to see if it will work. I have been using the same liquid since I have started, so yes, rebottle and reuse.
Filter it as you pour it back in the bottle. Use cheesecloth. You don't want loose paint in your bottle.
Is that rubbing alcohol?
Yes, just find the highest % alcohol content you can. The one I used in the video was 91% isopropyl alcohol.
Hi, what type of alcohol u use???
I just use general drug store brand,. what ever I can find.
Do you think 70% alcohol would work?
I would think that it would work, it might just take a little longer.
You just need Easy Off, a Ziploc bag. Put plastic part inside, spray it, leave it overnight zipped. Next day, wear rubber globes and safety goggles, use and old toothbrush or poly fiber dish brush ($4) to remove paint, rinse it with water, done deal.
I will have to try that.
Hi, can I do it on PA6 ( Nylon 6 substrate)?
Not sure, you would just have to try a little and see if it does anything.
Okay.
Thanks it worked. One more question, if there is little remainder, will paint adhere on that part?
Just sand it a little and you should be just fine.
Did it not damage the plastic at all? .... i cant afford to lose my project ..
I have tried several different parts and so far the rubbing alcohol has not damaged any parts. If you have some old sprue you can put that in whatever solution to test it out. If you do not have anything like that, place a drop on an inconspicuous area and see if it damages the plastic. I always recommend testing to ease peace of mind.
@@ScaledDownCustoms .. hey thanks man
is 70% isopropyl alcohol works?
It might talk a little longer but it should work. You will just have to try it and see.
I'm trying to figure out why mine won't strip that easily.
This method does not work on all types of paint.
@@ScaledDownCustoms I found that out so I sanded it down. Learn something new.
its a water based paint?
The primer was a water base but the paint was a solvent based.
@@ScaledDownCustoms so that Alcohol probably wouldnt do much to dissolve a hard Enamel paint.....
It might not. Just have to try it. You will know if it is going to work or not within about 15min. If it does not work, guys have been having luck with brake fluid on some of those other paints. Just keep an eye on it.
I have soaked the car for three days, but the paint is not coming off. What am I doing wrong??
It is going to be a different kind of paint. This method does not work on all paints. Some guys have had luck with brake fluid for the other kinds of paints.
Can i use 99% iso?
I have not tested this method with 99%. I would paint some sprue and test that first.
Will it work with testors enamel?
I am not sure. I have not tested this method with enamel paints.
Use Dettol leave model soaking overnight. Downside you hobbyroom may smell like a hospital.
Can get 99% from Amazon
Cant you just soak it in an acetone bath?
You run the risk of melting plastics with that. Try a non significant piece if you want to see if it will work.
@@ScaledDownCustoms thanks 😊
Rubbing alcohol?????
Yes
Use brake fluid
That is another popular option.
Have had my car in for 2 days. Nothing. Waste of time and money.
Ya, it will not work on every paint and does not work on enamel paints. You will know within the first hour if it is going to work or not.