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If the Purple Power doesn't get it done. Try Simple Green mixed 50/50 with hot water.....that'll take paint and grease off...bare metalDave
treat the Zymak parts carefully. I don't know how that material is affected by the more aggressive cleaners.Dave
Quote from: steamer on March 31, 2019, 03:09:14 PMtreat the Zymak parts carefully. I don't know how that material is affected by the more aggressive cleaners.DaveDave,You've introduced me to something new. You aren't talking about this are you?https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZamakI've had a few parts, that, by touch, seemed to be a bit less substantial. I've just generically been referring to things as pot metal, or thinking some things have been coated. One of the ball crank handles is definitely coated, and I'll have to do some thinking on what to do about it, because it was jacked up before I touched it.So far, my instincts have done alright. I haven't taken anything out of purple power baths, or citristrip, and thought "oh god, what have I done?!" I'll definitely be asking some advice soon. I'm also taking a break from my steam engine build to let the frustration dissipate. When I get back to it, I may be calling on you specifically!
Enjoying the progress on your shaper.I have an AMMCO 7" shaper that I have been working on, fortunately mine is in very nice original condition and only needed to be cleaned and adjusted. I'm looking forward to being able to put it to use.Dave
If you are shopping for new pins to hold the round name plate, google "type U drive screws". That is their name in industry. Great job on the resto so far!
Looks great! Do you think that paint would go on thin enough for smaller model parts?
Great paint job! it will look terrific when assembled. Do be patient and let the paint FULLY dry before handling it. It takes a while especially if weather has been wet as you mentioned. I'd leave it a week (seriously, a week at least) otherwise you may get the dreaded fingerprint. Don't ask me how I know.
Simple solution, move the painted parts into the house to finish curing; then continue working on the other pieces. Dave
vdubjunkie- Beautiful job on the restoration of that Atlas shaper! Given its starting condition, it's a lucky machine to have found someone willing to take the time to do a full tear-down and repainting.
I tripped across this post as I recognized that machine - I believe I am the person who bought the original base to your machine.