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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 03:32 PM
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I want to remove the paint from my 2.1 gallon tank and was most likely going to sand it unless anybody has a better/easier idea. If sanding is the best way can somebody give me some grit numbers on the sandpaper and any other handy tips. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 03:50 PM
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dude, use jasco
http://www.jasco-help.com/
 
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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 03:52 PM
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just paint it on and wipe it off, I have used this on a ton of tanks that I have done in the past, dont waste your time sanding off old paint.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 06:05 PM
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If you DO sand, use 80 grit to get it off, then go over the tank with 180 grit, then 320 grit and you won't need a high-build primer to reduce deep scratches. I would rather sand than liquid strip.
 
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Old Jan 30, 2012 | 06:05 PM
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why is sanding better than the liquid strip. just curious
 
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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 12:42 AM
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If the current paint is not gouged or in really bad shape I would not strip it at all. Just scuff it and put some primer sealer on it...save a bunch of time/effort/money.
 
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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 08:07 AM
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Don't waste your time with the spray-on Airplane Stripper products. WORTHLESS on denim paint anyway.
 
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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 09:53 AM
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will it work well with normal glossy paint and clear coated? i want to strip mine down to bare metal, and no paint for an purposely unfinished look.
 
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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by rickss69
If the current paint is not gouged or in really bad shape I would not strip it at all. Just scuff it and put some primer sealer on it...save a bunch of time/effort/money.
Plus one!
 
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Old Jan 31, 2012 | 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by pointdogg48
will it work well with normal glossy paint and clear coated? i want to strip mine down to bare metal, and no paint for an purposely unfinished look.

I want to see someone use this... http://www.sculptnouveau.com/
 
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