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I have an MTH Mikado and want to remove the current road name and engine number from the engine and tender.   I have new decals for a different RR.   Any easy way to remove road markings?    I will do some repaint touch up as needed but would like to avoid a complete stripping of the engine and tender paint.   I have experience doing this with HO models using car brake fluid bath.    Is their a cleaner and easier way to accomplish that with MTH equipment?  I know nothing about MTH's paint and finish.   Also, what paint brand and color would be a good match for their steam engine black?   Thanks - Dave

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David Minarik posted:

Dave,

I do this all the time.

Acetone with a lint free cloth.  Wipe fast and blow on it to evaporate.

Do not try this with plastic.  Diecast only.

Dave 

Does this avoid cutting into the base paint?  

Yes.  

Start with quick wipes.  I have never had it cut too much into the base.  

David Minarik posted:
darlander posted:
David Minarik posted:

Dave,

I do this all the time.

Acetone with a lint free cloth.  Wipe fast and blow on it to evaporate.

Do not try this with plastic.  Diecast only.

Dave 

Does this avoid cutting into the base paint?  

Yes.  

Start with quick wipes.  I have never had it cut too much into the base.  

Thanks Dave, I will give it a try in a few days. 

Dave

Thanks. I have a couple I want to do and all are black die cast so I should be good. I’ll start with the cheapest one. 🤣

No need to flood it either,…..I like to use a microfiber rag, (one that’s been washed already)  just damp with lacquer thinner,or a Q-tip …..the numbers & or letters will simply wipe away,……don’t be so quick to reapply letters/numbers. I like to let the black “heal” before I begin new work. The lacquer doesn’t harm the black, but it does soften it just a wee tiny bit, so best to let it gas back out before applying decals, or vinyl,….I usually let it sit for about an hour…..

Pat

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@harmonyards posted:

No need to flood it either,…..I like to use a microfiber rag, (one that’s been washed already)  just damp with lacquer thinner,or a Q-tip …..the numbers & or letters will simply wipe away,……don’t be so quick to reapply letters/numbers. I like to let the black “heal” before I begin new work. The lacquer doesn’t harm the black, but it does soften it just a wee tiny bit, so best to let it gas back out before applying decals, or vinyl,….I usually let it sit for about an hour…..

Pat

Thanks Pat for all the help. Experience is the best teacher so thanks for passing this on. I’ll do the removal next week and show you how it’s going.

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