Re: [CR]Any methods for wax removal??

(Example: Production Builders:LeJeune)

From: "Pete Rutledge" <prutledge1@comcast.net>
To: <Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
References: <84.1bffb3bd.2ce00bd2@aol.com>
Subject: Re: [CR]Any methods for wax removal??
Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2003 18:25:15 -0500


There are readily available solvents for removing silicone, was, tar, etc., from automotive lacquer and enamel finishes prior to re-painting. The DuPont product is called "Prep-Sol Solvent." Other suppliers of automotive paint supplies have similar solvents. A good auto parts store will stock a product like this; so will stores selling automotive paint finishing supplies. They're also excellent degreasers for general use around the workshop; e.g., cleaning chains, chainwheels, any greasy parts. I buy a gallon can and it lasts years for me.

Pete Rutledge
Woodbridge, VA


----- Original Message -----
From: Bikerdaver@aol.com
To: Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2003 4:29 PM
Subject: [CR]Any methods for wax removal??



> Listers-
> I acquired a bike not long ago that has a tremendous amount of waxy build-up.
> Its not the "attractive" patina kind either. Its yellow, dull, sticky when I
> washed the frame with soap and water, and is hiding a beautiful paint job
> beneath it. Is there any way I can get rid of this stuff? I cleaned up some area
> with rubbing alcohol and it made the wax "softer", but its still a mess that
> covers the complete frame. How do I get rid of it? Are there any solvents and/or
> other methods to clean it off while not damaging the wonderful glossy paint
> beneath? Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Cheers,
> Dave Anderson
> Cut Bank MT