Bringing back old paint

[Chris Haynes]

I have heard that there is an acid(?)wash that brings back some of the life and color to paint that has major patina issues. Anybody know what this stuff is and where it can be had?

[Rollo]

Chris,

The only thing I have seen or heard of was using WD-40 to bring back old paint which I'm sure you are aware of that but if you find out something else that works please pass it along! Maybe John Pierce at Color-write can chime in here.
Thanks,

Tom ( Rollo) Hardy
AMCA # 12766

[kval]

I have heard that there is an acid(?)wash that brings back some of the life and color to paint that has major patina issues. Anybody know what this stuff is and where it can be had?

Chris
you could always try the Doc Patt secret formula(diesel fuel)

[Rubone]

Chris,
A guy I knew who collected beer cans used an acid (oxalic acid?) that removed minor rust and brightened the original paint. Might be what you are looking for!
Robbie

[Chris Haynes]

It might be. I was watching an old episode of American Chopper where Sr. had bought an old Indian out of a basement. He took it to an AMCA member who lived nearby(?) to get it running. The guy who owned the shop mentioned he would wash it down with some sort of acid to bring the paint back to life. If I heard correctly his name was Chris
Sr. mentioned that he was gonna tear the bike down and make a custom out of it. I sure hope he didn't as it was a beautiful complete bike.

[D.A.Bagin]

Chris Matthews He' at Davenport now. I'll see if I can get ahold of him. He's not easy to reach. Ill post his reply, not take responsibility for it's action or accuracy.

[Chris Haynes]

Chris Matthews He' at Davenport now. I'll see if I can get ahold of him. He's not easy to reach. Ill post his reply, not take responsibility for it's action or accuracy.

Thank you D. A.

[Paquette]

Chris-- the folks at the Harley-Davidson museum use mayonaise-----Michael--6671

[silentgreyfello]

Chris-- the folks at the Harley-Davidson museum use mayonaise-----Michael--6671

Bill Rodencall was telling me that! It must have enough acidic properties in it to tone down the rust, and the oil brings the color out. How do they keep the flies from gathering?

[D.A.Bagin]

Spoke to Chris. Would have posted sooner but having problems posting on site. I am only passing on info and don't take responsibility for the results. 2oz Marvel Mystery oil, 2oz trans fluid, one tablespoon kerosene. Spray or brush on, do not wipe. Try on unseen area first to check results. Try on very small area of decal and check results before proceeding. Works on Indian and Harley ORIGINAL PAINT ONLY, not a repaint as damage will occur. Says he uses a toothbrush and just leaves it on. Have fun and be careful.

[BPK!!]

My suggestion, and a bit easier and it works great: Gibbs--Spray on, let sit, wipe clean,tooth brush it for heavier crude--etc!! BPK!!!!
http://www.gibbsbrandlubricant.com/

[Chris Haynes]

Thanks to all for the tips.

[chicagohen]

Gibbs, gentlemen. Cleans, kills the rust and brings up paint you previously couldn't see. Been using it for a long time on my OP bikes. Unlike WD-40, it will not evaporate for some months.

[Perry Ruiter]

I think the Europeans swear by Owatrol Oil, but I don't think that's available here in North America. I recall Jurassic saying he used some kind of wood preserver. Looks like the new forum's search is no better than the old since I can't come up with that post after a half hour or so of looking. Maybe once the Cannonball's over you can ask him to post the product again for everyone's benefit ... Perry

[Bobber59]

I have a set of '63-65 tanks, original blue that had a paint chip or two, even a scratch that went to the depth of the paint but you could see the paint overall was still nice...under there! I LOVE original paint and preserve it EVERYTIME, regardless of how bad...it's only painted original once!

To do that, I ALWAYS use Gibbs, it's a great rust inhibitor especially when you want to preserve something from getting MORE rust...SO, I used Gibbs on those '63-65 tanks..WOW!!!! It shines like new and covered/preserved all those small rusted paint chip & scratch spots! I swear by the stuff....

JIm "Bobber59"