Cleaning an ABS Hull ???
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Cleaning an ABS Hull ???
Hi Guys,
I'm a noob when it comes to RC boats, but I'm having a great time !! I'm doing a major overhaul on a Blast that I got from a yard sale. It was in great condition as far as the running gear goes, but the decals look like they were put on by Ray Charles. I peeled them off, but there is a bunch of sticky residue. I was going to use some vinegar and water with a no-scratch cleaning pad. Is this OK ? I just didn't want to do something that will discolor or screw up the ABS.
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I'm a noob when it comes to RC boats, but I'm having a great time !! I'm doing a major overhaul on a Blast that I got from a yard sale. It was in great condition as far as the running gear goes, but the decals look like they were put on by Ray Charles. I peeled them off, but there is a bunch of sticky residue. I was going to use some vinegar and water with a no-scratch cleaning pad. Is this OK ? I just didn't want to do something that will discolor or screw up the ABS.
Thanks !
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RE: Cleaning an ABS Hull ???
you might try using lighter fluid or a product called energine cleaning fluid on a rag...I would try it out on a sample first thou, just to make sure...it shouldnt hurt the ABS. ...Then wash with soap and water to remove any fluid residue....I would do this on a a boat i currently have to verify for you, that im peeling off the decals to use on my display boat, but I dont have either product around here right now........if I recall correctly, I cleaned up an older bud light ABS boat using this method that I display and it didnt even hurt the original decals, but it cleaned up the boat beautifully.....and a little elbow grease using the rag....but this should do the trick for you.....mike
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RE: Cleaning an ABS Hull ???
BTW, make sure you use the correct type of rag....a soft towel or something that wont scratch the ABS....DONT use a a shop towel !!.....forgot to add this in other post....mike
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RE: Cleaning an ABS Hull ???
Yea I was going to suggest that too (goo gone). I've used it on many surfaces. Another is just plain WD-40. I've never used it on ABS that I can remember but it's pretty mild and will get the adhesive. Also soap and water after obviously.