Removing paint & magic marker graffiti from computer cases

From: Joe <rigdonj_at_intellistar.net>
Date: Fri Apr 23 16:23:35 1999

At 08:25 PM 4/23/99 +1, you wrote:
>> >I've got a couple of Commodore PETs that need to be cleaned up.
>> >I'd like to restore them to like new condition...the only problem
>> >is some markings on the systems.
>
>> >Any ideas on how to remove from the metal case (with damaging the
>> >painted surface underneath)
>> > - Spray paint (numbers)
>> > - Permanent magic marker (more numbers)
>
>> Hmmm, the paint is a bit difficult, but for the "Permanent" magic marker
>> mess, I've found that Rubbing Alchol works wonders. It's the same stuff
>> used in alchol lamps. You can buy it in a large container, and it might
>> even work for the spray paint.
>
>Achtung, be suspicient to any alcohol bearing product when it comes
>to Commo SK/LP/HP machines - there are paintings known that will be
>damaged from alcohol. At one time thy used a _very_ stupid brand.

   There's a lot of difference in alcohols. Rubbing alcohol is mainly
Isopropyl alcohol. Denatured alcohol is mainly ethyl alcohol. There are
MANY other kinds of alcohol and some will harm paint and some won't. Best
to test some on a out of the way spot first.

   Joe
Received on Fri Apr 23 1999 - 16:23:35 BST