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Well, this isn't really Macross-related, but I figured I'd ask the model experts here anyway.

I just picked up an old model kit on eBay, and part of the kit includes a curved metal arm (for those interested, it's the old MPC kit of V.I.N.CENT from "The Black Hole"). The arm, however, is a little rusty after 24 years in a box. Any advice on how to spruce this up? I was just planning on sanding down the rust and painting it, but I really don't know how the oxidization affects paint (acrylic or enamel), et al. Can anyone offer any other tips or suggestions? Thanks to all.

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If you have the means, snadblasting would be the best way to go. And the next best would probably be a wire brush.

And I don't know for certain which, if any paints would cause oxidation. But to be sure, you could always just use Rustoleum as your primer :)

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I think i might have a good idea>> try this>>> there is a product out there called , Naval jelly>>> peep this >>>this>

> this is a good site in general>> they make some pretty helpful stuff>> i love metal toys so kinda know a few tricks>> read all precautions first as theis can be corrosive if not followed crfly>>>

VINCENT is dope

Who would win Vincent or R2-d2???

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