Re: IML: Lens paint removal

["Klebert L. Hall" <swampyankee@xxxxxxx>]

> Subject: Re: IML: Removing paint from a light lens
> From: Christopher H <imperial67@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>
> You might want to try a product called Goo Gone available at 
> (hardware/home
> improvement stores) if the paint's not been on there for too long, or 
> maybe
> mineral spirits (which still might damage the plastic but won't be as 
> harsh
> as lacquer thinner).

  Check the ingredients in the Goo Gone before use. If it's what I think it 
is, it contains a high proportion of Xylene, which is a *very* aggressive 
solvent. I'd test anything with xylene in it on a tiny spot to see what 
happens, first.

> Better idea: Is it a smooth lens (versus one with a fluted surface)? Then
> just try polishing compound on a terrycloth washcloth (or even a
> toothbrush), or perhaps a scratch-remover type of wax product. Any mild
> abrasive like that should be able to remove the paint (with a decent 
> amount
> of rubbing) without harming the lens. Might even freshen up the lens 
> nicely!

  There's a product out there called Novus plastic polish available at some 
hobby type stores. It comes on three grades (coarse, medium, fine), and 
should take ant scratches you cause off of flat plastic. Takes a good bit of 
time, though.
      -Kle. 




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