Remove rust from lionel 2046w Tender body

[markd78]

Doing a resto on a 2065 w/a 2046W, the tender has rust on the plastic body, what will remove the rust, or am I getting another tender shell ?

 

Thanks, Mark

[EIS2]

If it is truly rust, it has to be a rust stain from another source.  Plastic doesn't rust.  I suspect some common household cleaners would do the trick.  Maybe just plain old soap and warm water with a toothbrush.

Good luck...

Earl

[tjl0824]

I'll second the soap and toothbrush method. Always seems to work for me, except don't scrub too hard as it can leave scratches in the paint.

Trevor

[mackb4]

Yeah soap and warm water.But be sure and avoid the lettering.i've rubbed lettering off before without noticing until it was nearly gone.So be careful.