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Aluminum protective film advice!

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craigl

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Tasmania Australia
Hello fellow builders , some years ago I remember reading a thread on the removal of aged and brittle plastic film on aluminium , I filed that way back in the back of my head and told myself ill have it off and finished by then.
Fast forward several years and for the life of me I cannot find the info I require,,,,,Any help a help appreciated Craig
 
That film should come off without too much effort. If you find that its only coming off in patches (tearing as you try to pull), just warm the area gently with a hairdryer (or low setting on a heat gun).

I had aluminum aluminum wing skins that had been stored with the clear plastic protective film left on for 15 years. It came off without much more effort than the brand new aluminum.
 
Thanks for your reply Kennyw , I have tried the heating but to no avail . The film has become brittle and has shrunk causing it to craze and its even split fairly evenly in long strips . I've tried applying a few different solvents to small patches but at this stage have no answers. Still looking for answers please.
 
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