Amazon: Epoxy removal

[Topperch]

My 122 has been coated with what appears to be epoxy and fiberglass all around the gas tank and spare tire area. Most of the metal underneath is solid, but evidently the previous owner thought that it would look better if it was continuous. Is there a way to get this off besides grinding?? This is disgusting since I now have no access to the fuel tank screws and do not want to destroy the mounting areas.



Secondly, it appears as if the panel below the trunk lid (above bumper) is no longer available.
I would rather pay than fabricate something so complex................

Happy holidays everyone. THis site has been a great resource.

[Ron Kwas]

Topperch;

If it is indeed epoxy, there is little which will touch it chemically (that's what the fuel tank repair kits use), so mechanical attack/grinding is about the only thing which will make an impression on it...if however the less expensive polyester resin was used, chemical strippers or acetone might soften it...I'd try a test area...

Good Hunting from Connecticut!

[loon]

try paint stripper it ruined my mates TVR bloody vandels

[Topperch]

Thanks guys
I'll try some acetone before I do the Christmas thing.................
Is the panel below the trunk available anywhere?

[4 forty]

read below

http://cr4.globalspec.com/thread/301...d-Polyurethane

[Topperch]

Great link. A very interesting site. I noticed an old hardware store near me had MEK on the shelf. I remember using it in a printed circuit lab (way back) when Iwas in College. Nasty stuff. I need to get the gas tank screws free and this sounds like the way.