Stripping Fleischmann body shells.

[bbussey]

Can anyone suggest a good method for stripping the paint from Fleischmann body shells? I've tried soaking in 99% isopropyl alcohol for days and it barely dents the paint. The issue is compounded by the relatively thick coat of paint on the model.

[peteski]

I have never tried that particular stripping job, but I would try Castrol Super Clean (lye-based cleaner which works as paint stripper).  Next is Testors (ex. Floquil) Easy Lift Off, and Scalecoat Wash Away paint remover.  I have used these on various brand paints with various rate of success. Keeping the stripping solution warm improves its stripping action. By warm I mean around 80-100 deg. F. Since it is now summer in NJ, just doing the stripping outdoors on a warm day should result in ideal stripper temperature.  As usual, although all those strippers are supposedly plastic-safe, I don't take responsibility for any shell damage.  Castrol is the safest for plastic.

EDIT: forgot to proofread. 

[bbussey]

I think I have some Easy Lift-Off, I try that before getting some Castrol.  Thanks.

[bbussey]

@peteski Pete, the Easy Lift Off worked like a charm, thanks.

[peteski]

Always glad to help out.