Cleaning Data / VIN Plates (1 Viewer)

[DirtDauberGarage]

Getting ready to put the data plates back on. I wasn't sure how best to clean them. I didn't want to remove the graphics but did want to get the stains off and make it readable. I didn't see a thread on here with any suggestions. Here is what worked for me.

• Clean with a degreaser (Purple Power, 409, etc.)
• Rinse off with water.
• Use toothpaste, finger, and fingernail to gently scrub the data plate.
• Dip finger in water occasionally to keep toothpaste lubricated.
• Rinse often with water and apply new toothpaste.

* rubbing compound would probably do the same as toothpaste.

I rinsed and applied new toothpaste several times keeping the paste fresh and clean. This also allowed me to continue to inspect and make sure I was not losing any of the graphics and to make note of what places to focus my efforts on.

The entire process took about 30 mins, and I am happy with the results. I am not doing a concourse restoration and I don’t believe I lost any of the paint on the graphics, so I am totally happy with the results.

 

[pbgbottle]

Nice I think I wiped mine with acetone and it all vanished. Ouch. Used something that wiped the plate clean and spotless. Only thing left was the stamped numbers.

 

[1969FJ]

Dawn dish soap. Go easy. They are not new.

 

[cruiserboy14]

What type of toothpaste did you use?

 

[Jdc1]

 

[DirtDauberGarage]

What type of toothpaste did you use?