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Old Jan 23, 2008 | 09:41 AM
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Default 1959 Undercoating

I am currently restoring a '59 power window/power top car. The car was parked in 1972 and hasn't seen daylight until I started on it. The car has undercoating over the entire underneath. The original owner says he can't recall getting it undercoated. I know the factory sprayed behind the wheels, but, could they do the whole car? Should I leave it on or remove it? What's everyone's opinion?
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Old Jan 23, 2008 | 09:57 AM
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Old Jan 23, 2008 | 10:52 AM
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Default Use Heat Gun the Kerosene

(that should be "then" kerosene). The heat gun and a wood or plastic scraper will take off most of it.

For the residue, spray on kerosene and watch it do its magic.
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