For the "speedwheels" chassis as on the Stalwart, I just drill out the retaining rivets and bin the whole chassis, as well as the plastic window piece, leaving just the body. Drilling out the rivets is usually the first step with any restoration or code 3 work, the other initial task is to file the peened ends of the axles so that the wheel and axles can be removed.
To strip off the paint I place it in a bath of pretty nasty chemicals, which after washing and drying leaves a clean surface. After a good going over with a wire brush, it is ready to repaint or modify.
To strip off the paint I place it in a bath of pretty nasty chemicals, which after washing and drying leaves a clean surface. After a good going over with a wire brush, it is ready to repaint or modify.