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Old 04-18-2007, 05:24 AM
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Default restoring chrome die cast/pot metal emblems

Have a pair of orginal motion valve covers that I want to restore, wondering how to safely get the black background paint off the emblems to repaint without damaging the chrome on them. Any tips appreciated. SULLY
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Default Re: restoring chrome die cast/pot metal emblems

I would say to soak them in Lacquer Thinner. Should remove the paint pretty quickly, and wont damage the chrome.
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Default Re: restoring chrome die cast/pot metal emblems

Thanks much, we'll give it a shot
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Default Re: restoring chrome die cast/pot metal emblems

Anybody know where to get an emblem recast? Need to get my Sunderland Chev. emblem redone for the '69 Nova.
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