What do you strip models with, and where can I find it?

[StepwisePilot]

So, I picked up one of my older projects that I never got around to finishing. Thing is, I want to go in a completely different direction than I did when I had first started it. So, I'll need to strip the model.

That being said, I don't know what to strip the model with. I've heard of something called Simple Green before, but don't know where to find it. I did see it once, years ago, but it had several different types, and I wasn't sure as to which was the one to use (Also, I didn't need to strip a model at the time).

Other than that, is there anything else that you fine folks would recommend?

[Jack Shrapnel]

Simple Green is all I've used. You can get it at Canadian Tire or Home Depot.

[raceygaming]

Sept 29, 2023 5:31:05 GMT -5 Jack Shrapnel said:

Simple Green is all I've used. You can get it at Canadian Tire or Home Depot.

This is the product that I use as well. I will say last time I went looking I also found Simple green "Extra strength" or "concentrated" it was in a 4L bottle and weirdly is purple not green. It is just a slight more powerful mix of the same stuff and does not damage any plastic or metal I have used it on.
I find a 48-72 hour soak in a container and then use a old tooth brush to clean up any bits, then rinse with some water and leave to dry.

[voodoo]

For metal models, brake cleaner works well but it melts plastic models and it stinks like crazy. Don't recommend unless you have a garage.

As said above, Simple Green from Canadian Tire is my new "go-to". Like Jordan said, if you grab the "mix yourself" kind, it'll go a lot faster. I also use an old nail brush as well as a tooth brush because the bristles are a bit stiffer and more abrasive to get down in the deep crevices.

I've soaked models for weeks at a time before, giving them little scrubs in between by leaving them in one of those plastic shoeboxes with the snap lids. They're great, prevent spills and keeps your liquid from evaporating off while containing smells. Simple Green isn't toxic, but it isn't an air freshener either.

[StepwisePilot]

Thank you all.

[StepwisePilot]

Ok, so I was able to get some Simple green. Just need to get an appropriate container to pour it into to soak the model.

Since I'm still looking ad haven't used it yet, I have a question: Am I supposed to dilute this, or use it straight from the jug?

[redshirt2375]

If it's just the standard jug (not the more concentrated one) you can just use it as is.

Honestly I would guess even the stronger version should be usable right out jug as well

[voodoo]

Any strength, right from the jug will work. The less water is in there with it, the faster it'll chew through the paint.