[TR] Cleaning Cardboard Radiator Duct

[Scott Suhring]

Pat:

I just cleaned my '70 TR6 Duct with a wet rag. What I found best for
painting is the bumper black spray paint. This remains flexible and will not
crack. I did mine 8 years ago and it still looks great.

Scott Suhring
Mechanicsburg, PA
'70 TR6
'59 TR3

-----Original Message-----
From: triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of P Caffrey
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 8:38 PM
To: list Triumph
Subject: [TR] Cleaning Cardboard Radiator Duct

List,
I just purchased and received a TR4A shroud/duct for the radiator, used
of course.  The duct is in fairly good shape for something that's been
around
for over 40 years.  There is noticeable rust on the rivets, and it's dirty
with black soot-like material that comes off on the hands while handling.
How
do I clean this duct to prepare it for painting?  I googled "cleaning
cardboard" and found a link for cleaning cardboard game board boxes.  The
suggestion was to immerse the box in a tub of lukewarm water and then let
dry,
thoroughly.  I don't think I want to do this with the duct.
Thanks for any
suggestions,
Pat
TR4A '67