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Serial Number Plate

Discussion in 'Early Jeep Restoration and Research' started by JZ, Oct 17, 2006.

  1. Oct 17, 2006
    JZ

    JZ Member

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    Any suggestions on cleaning up the original Serial Number plate? The lettering is worn to the aluminum, background is a stylish mix of grime, dirt, and overspray...

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    (the serial number has been altered to protect the JEEP)
     
  2. Oct 17, 2006
    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    R) Like the TV shows where they change names to protect the "innocent"? R)
     
  3. Oct 18, 2006
    Kodiak12060

    Kodiak12060 Sponsor

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    Brake cleaner gets the crud and paint off. Then I would use a dremil w/ polishing wheel to clean up the oxidation/pitting. Go slow then coat in petroleum jelly and remount.
     
  4. Oct 18, 2006
    JZ

    JZ Member

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    Brake "cleaner" or DOT3 fluid?

    Was the original just a plain aluminum plate with the embossed lettering?
     
  5. Oct 29, 2006
    jeep2003

    jeep2003 Well-Known Member

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    naval jelly works great
     
  6. Oct 29, 2006
    Old Bill

    Old Bill Aggressively passive....

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    Don't use too harsh a chemical. Even Castrol's purple stuff can eat aluminum. Simple Green to an extent too.....Stick with brake cleaner or lacquer thinner. You can also use a brass wire brush with a Dremel tool.
     
  7. Oct 31, 2006
    1963cj5

    1963cj5 Member

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    Lemon Juice....
     
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