[Milsurplus] CRACKLING

[Todd, KA1KAQ]

That's a sad fact. Once you coat that surface, sandblasting is about
the only 'easy' way to remove it. The Armor-All craze of the 90s comes
to mind. Much easier to use some WD-40 or lemon oil after a thorough
cleaning. WD-40 seems to last a lot long, perhaps helps feed the old,
dry paint too.

On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 12:17 AM, Mike Hanz <aaf-radio-1 at aafradio.org> wrote:
> And the silicone base will guarantee failure of any subsequent serious
> attempt at restoration (unless you have a source of R-12 or similar
> freon available in large volume).  You pays your money and takes your
> choice.... :-\
>
>> you can make it
>> look like it's just come off production...get a spray on bottle of vinyl
>> protectant used to liven up vinyl auto upholstery....it's  clear and UV
>> protector as well. We know it here and in NZ as ARMORALL.