could you faintly see Mobiloil when it was up or what tipped you off about this sign to pursue it?
Absolutely awesome sign
looks like you were using the Citri-Strip!
When I first noticed it while it was hanging up, I saw the paint flaking off from the letter areas. I could make out what it said. I thought to myself that I better get to the sign before someone else does.
Yes, I used Citri-Strip and it worked like a charm. I didn't even had to wax the sign after stripping the paint, but did it anyway.