Author Topic: Aircraft Remover (Read 4240 times)

Reagan · « **on:** June 20, 2007, 08:48:18 PM »

I hear quite a few guys talk about "aircraft remover" to remove old paint down to bare metal. Could someone let me know what "aircraft remover" is and maybe a brand name or two? If it works as slick as everyone says I'm going to be kicking myself for buying a sand blasting cabinet for smaller parts and stand alone sandblaster for the larger parts.

starion88esir · « **Reply #1 on:** June 20, 2007, 08:50:49 PM »

It is the brand name. Look for it in Wally World in the automotive section in a spray can.

Magpie · « **Reply #2 on:** June 20, 2007, 08:55:55 PM »

I've used a product by mar-hyde called "Tal-Strip II" Aircraft Coating Remover. It's a spray can and very strong stuff. Use it outside, wear gloves and a mask. It takes my breath away for awhile. Does it work - you betcha! Spray it on, let work, scrape off the thick stuff, wash off with a hose then soap and water worked for me. Be very careful with it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cliff.

Reagan · « **Reply #3 on:** June 20, 2007, 09:06:36 PM »

This forum is unbelievable. Less that 10 minutes after I posted the question I received the answer. Thanks guys.

Magpie · « **Reply #4 on:** June 20, 2007, 11:31:12 PM »

Forgot one thing, wear eye protection - it is strong stuff.
Cliff.

.RJ · « **Reply #5 on:** June 21, 2007, 06:04:08 AM »

Quote from: Magpie on June 20, 2007, 11:31:12 PM

Forgot one thing, wear eye protection - it is strong stuff.

And long sleeves/long pants... if any of it gets on your skin it will burn like a muthaf#@#%!

hahnda · « **Reply #6 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:07:32 AM »

Looks like this. Find it where Bondo is sold.

coolcat2002 · « **Reply #7 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:16:49 AM »

It sounds like Paint Remover:

Here's the low down from Amazon description:

Tal-Strip® II Aircraft Coating Remover is especially designed to remove basecoat/clearcoat systems from today’s automobiles. Removes polyurethanes, enamels, lacquers, primers and most other paints and coatings from aluminum and other metals. Brush or spray on and in minutes the coating will soften. Then flush with water or wipe clean.

I personally used a Paint Stripper Aerosol Can for my tank. Probably not as industrial. It wrinkled the paint and I scrapped it off with a putty knife. I did this twice since there were layers. Instructions say that you don't second coat it. Just spray, scrap/ wipe/ wash. Repeat.

Apparently they have strippers for Powder Coats too!

I didn't use any personal protection gear other than dish washer gloves but it's a good idea as everyone can attest.

Reagan · « **Reply #8 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:36:14 AM »

It states that the product works on aluminium. Has anyone used it to strip paint from the crankcases or heads? If, how did it work? The paint on my crankcase is chipped and flaking and I'd like to re-paint the cases and heads using VHT paint.

Rocker · « **Reply #9 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:39:52 AM »

Man, you think we can get paid for the endorsements in this thread?!?!?

333 · « **Reply #10 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:42:30 AM »

I would also be concerned about the surface you are working over. Cement is pretty indestructable, but asphalt could be another story. I've seen what plain gasoline can do, i can only imagine what this stuff might do.

hahnda · « **Reply #11 on:** June 21, 2007, 07:52:26 AM »

Works great on aluminum. Removes all the crappy, yellowed clearcoat found on these Hondas.

greenjeans · « **Reply #12 on:** June 21, 2007, 08:22:40 AM »

It comes in a brush on too... that's what I used

nickjtc · « **Reply #13 on:** June 21, 2007, 08:30:38 AM »

Quote from: Reagan on June 20, 2007, 08:48:18 PM

If it works as slick as everyone says I'm going to be kicking myself for buying a sand blasting cabinet for smaller parts and stand alone sandblaster for the larger parts.

Your blasting setup will always be better for those hard-to-reach nooks and crannies.

hymodyne · « **Reply #14 on:** June 21, 2007, 06:41:51 PM »

the spray is the most cost effective thing, I think. the media cost and time spent in preparation to blast a tank or frame is much longer than the time to don mask goggles and protective clothing and spray. and about $12.00 for two cans of remover. I follow with a jitterbug and 100 grit and I've got nice shiny pieces.
hym

cleveland · « **Reply #15 on:** November 19, 2007, 04:13:09 PM »

Any reason to use this brand over any other paint remover for metal surfaces? I picked up some stripper from Home Depot that is for metal surfaces and I though I would ask before I strip my frame and tank.

Thanks!

rbmgf7 · « **Reply #16 on:** November 19, 2007, 05:01:27 PM »

never used the actual aircraft remover brand but i've used citri-strip. the odors isn't as harsh as some other paint remover brands making it easier to deal with indoors. leaves a nice orange-ish smell. you can find it in the solvents/paints area at wally world. comes brush on and spray.

hahnda · « **Reply #17 on:** November 20, 2007, 07:27:07 AM »

Aircraft stripper kicks the Home Depot stripper's butt.

Bodain · « **Reply #18 on:** November 20, 2007, 12:40:06 PM »

No need to kick yourself for getting the blasting cabinet. If you do many of these old bikes that cabinet becomes a necessity.

greenjeans · « **Reply #19 on:** November 20, 2007, 01:08:19 PM »

Amen to the blasting cabinet.
That IS my next tool pruchase.

rbmgf7 · « **Reply #20 on:** November 20, 2007, 02:49:52 PM »

well, your blaster is only as good as your compressor. no less than 11cfm, 60 gal. for good, continuous blasting.

there's also siphon feed blasters. it's basically the actual blasting part without the cabinet. cheap too. can get one for about $10. wally world use to have them but can find them at a local farm supply store. i built my own cabinet with 2x4's, 1/8" plywood, and a sheet of lexan. i installed a light that i had lying around. saved mucho $ and worked well for small parts.

stresssolutions · « **Reply #21 on:** November 21, 2007, 01:04:01 PM »

I've used MarineStrip for stripping paint. Not too stinky.

chopstar500 · « **Reply #22 on:** November 21, 2007, 01:29:13 PM »

Wurth products makes a great gasket/paint stripper - best I've ever used. And trust me, I've used a lot - killed more than my fair share of brain cells. And no... I did not get a thank you card from the earth for using these products. Excuse me, as I know have to itch my third ear.

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