Small update: I've later discovered that Dettol will bleach the pigments in coloured ABS plastic if immersed in Dettol for more than half an hour or so. As stated here, applying it locally to a painted surface works fine if used carefully. I'm adding this here in case somebody would read this post and get the impression that Dettol is always safe to use on ABS for any length of time. Cellulose plastic parts (such as this tank truck) don't seem to be affected though.
The nose had its front hacked off (one wonders why), which was built back up with a few chips of red cellulose acetate plastic stuck on with acetone. Careful sanding got it back in shape, but it's still missing the raised silver badge. I'm now considering how to rebuild that, as well as what to do about markings on the truck.
The nose had its front hacked off (one wonders why), which was built back up with a few chips of red cellulose acetate plastic stuck on with acetone. Careful sanding got it back in shape, but it's still missing the raised silver badge. I'm now considering how to rebuild that, as well as what to do about markings on the truck.


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