Stripping hardcoat?

[StillinKansasCity]

Well guys, I acquired a BPZL for keepsies finally and my one gripe is that so far, I'm not in love with the hardcoat. I'm trying to do some grind combos and it's just too sticky for my water faucet fingers. Obviously, I know who does blasting and who does anodizing, but most people are opposed to stripping as well so I was thinking that if I decide to get it blasted and anodized, I could strip it myself and then send it off. What chemical process will remove hardcoat and what kind of container should I use, a metal bucket? Glass? I would assume that the same type of plastic container as its packaging would be best. I don't want any Jesse Pinkman blunders to destroy my house...A filtration mask and protective gloves are also certainly.

Don't worry, I know that it's dangerous, I'm just figuring options for right now.

Thanks!

[St. Jimmy]

well, jason wong does chem stripping, but if you wanted it blasted, idk if you'd want to send it to him, then him to a blaster, then the blaster to him, then back to you. might take a while to get your yoyo back.

[kyo]

Chemical stripping IS A BAD IDEA.

It is likely to destroy tolerances or otherwise damage the yo-yo.

Kyle

[jasonwongzero]

Chemical stripping IS A BAD IDEA.

It is likely to destroy tolerances or otherwise damage the yo-yo.

Kyle

Under careful control and with the right supplies, chem stripping can be reliable, with minimal risk to the yoyo.  Ask jrodriguez, he has like four from me.

That said, if you are just casually stripping yoyos with everyday household chemicals, there's a good chance you'll mess up your yoyo.

[jasonwongzero]

I should add that chemstripping puts out the worst fumes of any step in the ano process.

(ie: noxious, choking, don't breath it in or it burns type fumes.)

[StillinKansasCity]

Thanks guys. I'm still undecided about whether I want to do this or not. Jason, I'll get back to you if I decide to.

[Acavando]

Get naval jelly rust remover. soak the whole yoyo *clog the axle hole with a q-tip* let it soak for a day with checks periodically every 2-3 hours. if it isnt completely removed you can just satin the rest off as i imagine there wouldnt be much ano left on. Its not hazardous or smelly or anything.. Just dont eat the stuff or leave it on your hands..

[ratfacedudeguy]

I take it that applies for standard anodized finishes as well as hardcoat? Are there any risks of pitting the aluminum once the anodized layer is removed? Well I guess the proper thing to ask is whether or not the risks are as prominent as with other chemicals typically used to strip ano. Do you have any pictures or experience with this product to report?

[Acavando]

I take it that applies for standard anodized finishes as well as hardcoat? Are there any risks of pitting the aluminum once the anodized layer is removed? Well I guess the proper thing to ask is whether or not the risks are as prominent as with other chemicals typically used to strip ano. Do you have any pictures or experience with this product to report?

actually, ive never ever had the pitting problem, the reaction is INCREDIBLY SLOW so unless you let it sit for a day or two with the sole intention of letting it damage the aluminum. also yes, it applies for standard ano finishes aswell. Just keep a look every so n so.. naval jelly isnt DEATH its just like any other household chemical *except cancer causing in the state of california* "glad i dont live in california"


Pictures? of course. a while a go i had done some WERRD irony's they came out flawless.
BAM the one on the left is what it looks like when it comes out..as naturally.. its not going to be all sparkles when you pull it out.. a little grit and grind maybe a little 600 and up to mothers mag. will get whats on the right.