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Topic: Sand blasting
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GTRocks
Gearhead Posts: 1810
From: Lusby, MD, USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 07-13-2001 07:57 AM
   
I am thinking of getting a small sandblaster to redo the interior of my '66. Can a normal sandblaster take other media. I was reading elsewhere on M&M about using baking soda?! I'm looking for some advice on both the sandblaster and the method of removing the old paint. I'll be redoing the dash and doors (interior only). Anybody done this, and have some recommendations?
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 4608
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 07-13-2001 08:17 AM
For just doing the dash and inside of doors, I would use paint stripper. Cheaper, and in the long run,faster.Just make sure to cover areas around- I've done it and used aluminum foil to protect surrounding areas.Wear gloves and use a coarse steelwool.Neutralize with soapy water, rinse and dry. You want to get primer on fast' I like to blow dry the area with a hair dryer and prime.
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John Z
Gearhead Posts: 260
From: Morgantown, WV
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 07-13-2001 11:38 AM
Keep that sand blaster away form the textured areas of the doors! I agree this is an area for "aircraft" paint stripper. Most parts stores have it for ~$20/gal. Mask carefully and neuralize after the paint is gone.
Good luck.
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GTRocks
Gearhead Posts: 1810
From: Lusby, MD, USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 07-13-2001 12:46 PM
That certainly would be a cheaper route. Thanks, guys!!Ain't this place great?!?!? 
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Fastback68
Gearhead Posts: 874
From: Sucat, Paranaque, Philippines
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 07-13-2001 09:40 PM
I'm still looking for a solution to stripping the chromed / painted plastic parts of the dash. I've tried diluted paint stripper with success on some unwanted parts, but I'm nervous about using it on the good parts 'cos a strong mixture melts the plastic. Any ideas?
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 07-13-2001 10:05 PM
Try PineSol! It lifts the paint and doesn't attack the plastic.------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
'97 Probe GTS 2.5L DOHC {Wife's car...}
All Fords since 1977
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sigtauenus
Gearhead Posts: 1602
From: Beaufort, SC
Registered: Jun 2000
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posted 07-15-2001 10:36 PM
I'm glad you guys gave some options to get away from sandblasting the interior. Although its great for frame and suspension parts, it tears up the surface too much to do a dash or door panel. Also, you'll have sand shaking out of the interior for the next 20 years, no matter how much you try to seal everything up ahead of time or vacuum up afterwards.
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 4608
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 07-15-2001 10:47 PM
For sure!!
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Greenstang
Gearhead Posts: 906
From: its all a fog..
Registered: May 2001
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posted 07-16-2001 04:43 AM
I used Jasco paint stripper on my doors, it worked decently, I would have liked a better stripping job, but what can you expect for three coats. in a hurry...
They came out better than before, so I was satisfied... I also used the version that cleaned up with water; so if my skin was burning from applying it or taking it off, I was able to just dip it in water...  ------------------
Marcus
Audi R8-
The new definition of "The Unfair Advantage."
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