Worth every penny and I simply cannot stress the importance of This is expensive ($90.00 for the 5 gallon pail). Workshop Hero Metal Rescue Rust Remover - 5 Gallon Pail. Soft Polishing attachments for the dremel - various styles For me this works far better than paint stripper and is much more affordable.
This is fairly expensive, but you use only a very small amount. Flitz Metal, Plastic and Fiberglass Polish Paste.Works great for fuel tanks that have pin holes leaks in them. *Satin, Semi-Gloss or High Gloss depending on what the original finish was. Minwax Fast-Drying Polyurethane Aerosol.Blue Magic Metal Polish Crème and Mothers Billet Polish.Invaluable for removing micro pieces of old wick from the burner. USEĬAUTIOUSLY! This is perfect for removing paint from tight, intricate areas on the lantern. The other attachment is the Dremel EZ472SA 120-Grit Detail Medium Abrasive Brush. Once again, do not use aggressive attachments when restoring. The one attachment I use the most is the Polishers Buffers Abrasive 1" Scotch Brite Wheels. I only use certain attachments for final buffing/polishing. A too aggressive steel wool can scratch the Steel Wool in various grades (Medium, Fine, Extra Fine and Finest) I use more of the “Finest” grade steel wool than any other grade.WD40 - Kano Kroil (This actually works far better than WD40 and has become my favorite for freeing up burners, etc.).As stated above, you may have your own methods and you will learn your own methods of restoring. What tools/chemicals do I need in order to restore my lantern back to working condition?ĪNSWER: Here is my list of all my ‘weapons’ on my workbench that I personally use. Removed, eventually the lantern will be 100% destroyed and end its life on Ebay under the listing of "FOR PARTS OR REPAIR". Keep in mind that there is a definition difference between 'PATINA' and 'RUST'. You can either restore it or leave it as is. It’s also possible the lantern is beyond anyĪttempts at restoring. Or maybe you want to use the old lantern as yard art. Isn’t that fine?ĪNSWER: If your intent is to display your lantern in “as found” condition, of course its fine. What works for me may not necessarily work for you as each lantern is very differentĪnd can react in a negative manner to certain chemicals or cleaning processes that you use.ĮXERCISE CAUTION WHEN USING CHEMICALS AND POWER TOOLS! As you become more experienced with restoring, you’ll figure out all those little tricks on your own.
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Any information on this page is my own method which I’ve learned through trial andĮrror.
The act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc.Įvery collector has their own method of madness for restoring an old rusty kerosene lantern they purchased.
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