Once you've cut off the fabric .....

[mhorowit]

... there remains around the tubing a collection of remaining fabric, some underlying tape, paint and who-knows-what. This stuff needs to come off prior to sandblasting. To those who have removed fabric, how have you removed this 'stuff'?

I imagine MEK would do it; but I was wondering if a light application of a propane torch would also do the trick. I'll try both but was wondering what your experinece has been. - Mike

[Mark Julicher]

Re: Once you've cut off the fabric .....

Mike,
My favorite method is to use emery cloth and use it back and forth across the tubing like a shoe-shine rag.
I'm sure there will be some other good replies here...

[alwaysoar]

Re: Once you've cut off the fabric .....

Let it soak it in Acetone for a while unless it's glued with Cecobond; in that case, Rots a Ruck.

[N96337]

Re: Once you've cut off the fabric .....

Cecobond will come loose with 3M adhesive remover.
JH

[alwaysoar]

Re: Once you've cut off the fabric .....

That's a great tip!! AFS told me to use a gum eraser.
Thanks, Ed

[N96337]

Re: Once you've cut off the fabric .....

Yeah, the eraser works great too...but it will soften and release with the adhesive remover. Just don't use that method anywhere near fabric or glued seams.
JH