Removing paint effortlessly from VTS drip caps
Feb 22, 2020 14:40:04 GMT -8
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Post by nccamper on Feb 22, 2020 14:40:04 GMT -8
Another of my winter experiments you may find interesting.
Vintagetrailersupply.com sells a nice replacement drip cap. Unfortunately it comes in white and it’s not easy to get off with paint stripper. I tried it once and it took WAY too long. Recently I noticed a video on removing the paint in minutes with a torch. Yes, a torch on thin aluminum. I tried it.
Heat the aluminum very hot until the paint starts to powder.
It only takes a few minutes after which take it to a sink and instantly rub off the powder with a scotch guard sponge.
It came off easily.
Then I wondered if it would work with leftover Hemet Valley RV skin used to make things like door trim. Let’s say after you bend it some Factory white is showing.
Done!
Amazingly easy and the aluminum doesn’t scorch or twist. Ready for polish.