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MARTINSR · 11-04-2017, 01:09 PM

I can't make it clear enough, sand blasting "can" very easily create horrendous warping damage. I have seen cars RUINED by a "pro" sand blaster.

I don't mean "Damn I have more work to do" kinda damage. I am talking "HOLY F_CK IT'S RUINED AND I HAVE TO THROW IT AWAY" kinda damage.

The myth that the warp is created by heat is one of the reasons for the damage. People think if it's not getting the metal hot than it must be ok. Well it's a MYTH, the real cause of the damage is the little bits of sand are acting as a hammer thinning the top layer of the metal.

If you end up blasting it, you better damn be sure it's done properly. Most "media" outside of sand doesn't remove the rust, so it's a moot point.

Brian

11-04-2017, 01:09 PM	#7
MARTINSR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 6,001	Re: blast or sand I can't make it clear enough, sand blasting "can" very easily create horrendous warping damage. I have seen cars RUINED by a "pro" sand blaster. I don't mean "Damn I have more work to do" kinda damage. I am talking "HOLY F_CK IT'S RUINED AND I HAVE TO THROW IT AWAY" kinda damage. The myth that the warp is created by heat is one of the reasons for the damage. People think if it's not getting the metal hot than it must be ok. Well it's a MYTH, the real cause of the damage is the little bits of sand are acting as a hammer thinning the top layer of the metal. If you end up blasting it, you better damn be sure it's done properly. Most "media" outside of sand doesn't remove the rust, so it's a moot point. Brian __________________ 1948 Chevy pickup Chopped, Sectioned, 1953 Corvette 235 powered. Once was even 401 Buick mid engined with the carburetor right between the seats! Bought with paper route money in 1973 when I was 15. "Fan of most anything that moves human beings"