Best way to remove paint from this metal ID plate??

[Darren Nemeth]

I want to fix up my 1969 Glastron V-145's identification plate without ruining it. This thin metal plate has the model and serial number stamped into it and is covered with paint.

The metal is very maleable and thin. I am afraid that I may etch or ruin it completely if I soaked it in Acetone or some kind of paint thinner.

Any suggestions on what I can do to bring back the metal surface??

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Best way to remove paint from this metal ID plate??

you may be best to leave it alone, at least it is readable.

 

[TommyA]

Re: Best way to remove paint from this metal ID plate??

It looks as though the markings are raised and stamped. There is a paint remover that comes in a spray can. Simple spray on, wait and wipe off. It works pretty good. I found it at HD.

 

[proshadetree]

Re: Best way to remove paint from this metal ID plate??

If you dont care to lose the original paint on plate paint remover or spray carb cleaner works well.

 

[Tim Frank]

Re: Best way to remove paint from this metal ID plate??

two pretty gentle methods would be 1) hot water and TSP 2) Poly Clens which is a hardened -brush cleaner. it should soften the paint which would then come off in strips.