Looks like fun! I've got a Flash boardset on the bench right now. Amazing how much work is required to make a set of boards from this era of machine 'bulletproof' - Always enjoy watching your restores! Very few people do work to this level!

Metho is a type of alcohol, correct? I think they call it denatured alcohol over here in the states, and I might even have a container of it in my shop!

Our stuff isnt purple in Aus... it is in UK to prevent people from drinking it as it makes you vomit. Not sure if it has an additive in US or not, but the purple dye leaves residue whereas straight Methylated Spirits doesnt