Need pics, but the less you try to "clean" it, the better.
Naptha is usually safe, followed by a non silicone paste wax (like Blitz).
Don't grind it down with Novus2 or get too fancy.
New balls for sure.
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Need pics, but the less you try to "clean" it, the better.
Naptha is usually safe, followed by a non silicone paste wax (like Blitz).
Don't grind it down with Novus2 or get too fancy.
New balls for sure.
Quoted from PinballFever:Btw I have ME and alcohol but I'm afraid to use it due to it's abrasive properties. Also have used ZEP Citrus Degreaser but again it might be too "harsh" for this almost 70 year old machine.
I'd totally skip the ME and the alcohol.
You have some bare wood exposed with wear and if the wood gets alcohol soaked into it, it can swell causing the paint to flake.
Vacuum away any abrasive dust.
Carefully wipe up any dirt with Naphtha on a soft cloth. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth.
Wax with Blitz. Avoid any silicone based (liquid) "waxes".
Put your new balls in.
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Carefully watch for any new flaking paint!
Quoted from Rat_Tomago:I am pretty sure the ME and 91 ISO ate up the reamining clear on it. (big mistake on part) live and learn.
That's generally what I use it for, to remove the old topcoat, and thus prep it for a new clearcoat.
Quoted from PinballFever:I see "Naphtha" mentioned many times here. Which one do you recommend? There's one I see at Lowe's but not sure if it's the right one.
It usually says VM&P Naphtha (Varnish Makers & Painters Naphtha) in a metal can.
Quoted from PinballFever:Took the glass off for pics of the playfield. Vote to keep it "original" and clean/wax or should it be touched up? I'm leaning towards keeping it original.
I love that giant cock and balls in the art!
Wax it up, and play it.
If you love it and play it all the time, you might think about a touch up and clear coat.
Quoted from PinballFever:I didn't see that until you brought it up!
Er, sorry about that.......
Quoted from PinballFever:maybe it's some kind of "subliminal advertising".
Nah, pinball designers don't do that kind of thing.
magic city.jpgQuoted from PinballFever:That product seems to be "banned" here (same as in California). Is this good?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Klean-Strip-1-pt-Paint-Thinner-PA12779/203713853?keyword=naphtha
Hell no.
That will soften and remove the paint from your playfield.
Is Lighter Fluid or "white gas" camping fuel banned?
Quoted from PinballFever:I'll see if I can order it online. How about either of these two products?
Yep, those are good (except the prices).
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