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Specific Lionel Train Forum - Pre War, Post War, O, G & HO Scale => Postwar Lionel Trains 1945-1969 => Topic started by: DC Rail and Hobby Depot on January 18, 2019, 05:21:34 pm

Title: Re: Oxidation on Diecast Shell Body...How do I clean it off
Post by: TrainLarry on December 13, 2019, 03:59:31 am

Try using vinegar.


Larry

Title: Oxidation on Diecast Shell Body...How do I clean it off
Post by: DC Rail and Hobby Depot on January 18, 2019, 05:21:34 pm

Greetings all,    Recently acquired several post war 4-8-4 turbines and 4-6-4 locos that were very dirty and some with what appears to be white oxidation on the outside of the shells.   Tried several things to clean them but nothing seems to work, especially with the oxidation or white deposits.  It eventually re-appears once dried.    Is there a secret to cleaning off the outside shell, possibly something oil based?
Thanks in advance for your help.    Dave