Sandblasting Question (Powdercoat Removal)
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Sandblasting Question (Powdercoat Removal)
I just bought a used Warn Rockcrawler bumper, and am looking to remove all the existing (beat up) powdercoating as a first step.
In addition to thinking about sanding/chemically removing at home, I've been calling some sandblasting shops. If going that route, they would be using aluminum oxide to strip it.
Does anyone out there know if using aluminum oxide will cause any damage to the metal? I've googled and have seen a few people out there saying it can leave pits, etc., but I imagine it depends on the grain size used, etc. If anyone with sandblasting knowledge can chime in here, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
In addition to thinking about sanding/chemically removing at home, I've been calling some sandblasting shops. If going that route, they would be using aluminum oxide to strip it.
Does anyone out there know if using aluminum oxide will cause any damage to the metal? I've googled and have seen a few people out there saying it can leave pits, etc., but I imagine it depends on the grain size used, etc. If anyone with sandblasting knowledge can chime in here, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
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I just bought a used Warn Rockcrawler bumper, and am looking to remove all the existing (beat up) powdercoating as a first step.
In addition to thinking about sanding/chemically removing at home, I've been calling some sandblasting shops. If going that route, they would be using aluminum oxide to strip it.
Does anyone out there know if using aluminum oxide will cause any damage to the metal? I've googled and have seen a few people out there saying it can leave pits, etc., but I imagine it depends on the grain size used, etc. If anyone with sandblasting knowledge can chime in here, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
In addition to thinking about sanding/chemically removing at home, I've been calling some sandblasting shops. If going that route, they would be using aluminum oxide to strip it.
Does anyone out there know if using aluminum oxide will cause any damage to the metal? I've googled and have seen a few people out there saying it can leave pits, etc., but I imagine it depends on the grain size used, etc. If anyone with sandblasting knowledge can chime in here, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
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I second 5150. I work in the steel fabrication industry. Don't mess with the chemicals. Powder coating is very hard to remove and sandblast will be best. If you take it to a professional you will be very happy with your results.
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I've had quite a lot of things on my JK powdercoated and they've always been sandblasted with either alum/ox or similar type of medium. Never had any issues with finish after powdercoating. They've all turned out flawless. Let the guys who do the sandblasting do what they do best. They know how to do it. Don't worry and get it done. Don't even try to use the chemical treatments....they cost alot...are dangerous and make a big mess. Go ahead with confidence with the sandblasting and coating.
Alrighty then, that should take care of it. By the way, if anyone on here has a shop near LA/OC, I'd much prefer to patronize a fellow JK'er! Shoot me a PM if you're in the business and I'll bring the bumper to you instead.
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Powdercoating removal and powdercoating
Powdercoat CAN be removed via being blasted with media. It can also be removed using a burn-off oven.
I happen to work for a company that does powdercoating in the Santa Clarita area and we sandblast and powder quite a few bumpers, frames, suspension parts, wheels, and other miscellaneous automotive parts. We use steel shot for blasting media.
If you don't feel comfortable or it does not work out where you have investigated taking your bumper try calling Powder Coating Plus (661)295-0205. Ask for Eddie and tell him that Eugene referred you to him. We periodically send samples to be subjected to a 1000 hour salt spray test. You can also check out powdercoatingplus (dot) com. We are the largest powdercoating facility in the area.
Good luck!
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I happen to work for a company that does powdercoating in the Santa Clarita area and we sandblast and powder quite a few bumpers, frames, suspension parts, wheels, and other miscellaneous automotive parts. We use steel shot for blasting media.
If you don't feel comfortable or it does not work out where you have investigated taking your bumper try calling Powder Coating Plus (661)295-0205. Ask for Eddie and tell him that Eugene referred you to him. We periodically send samples to be subjected to a 1000 hour salt spray test. You can also check out powdercoatingplus (dot) com. We are the largest powdercoating facility in the area.
Good luck!
KG6SLC aka Eugene
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I have a friend who sandblast for a living and drives a JK he lives in the temecula area , he did my front bumper and my front axle because the powder coat was coming off and I bedlined it afterwards
After it was done being sandblasted
After it was done being sandblasted
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Originally Posted by KG6SLC
Powdercoat CAN be removed via being blasted with media. It can also be removed using a burn-off oven.
I happen to work for a company that does powdercoating in the Santa Clarita area and we sandblast and powder quite a few bumpers, frames, suspension parts, wheels, and other miscellaneous automotive parts. We use steel shot for blasting media.
If you don't feel comfortable or it does not work out where you have investigated taking your bumper try calling Powder Coating Plus (661)295-0205. Ask for Eddie and tell him that Eugene referred you to him. We periodically send samples to be subjected to a 1000 hour salt spray test. You can also check out powdercoatingplus (dot) com. We are the largest powdercoating facility in the area.
Good luck!
KG6SLC aka Eugene
I happen to work for a company that does powdercoating in the Santa Clarita area and we sandblast and powder quite a few bumpers, frames, suspension parts, wheels, and other miscellaneous automotive parts. We use steel shot for blasting media.
If you don't feel comfortable or it does not work out where you have investigated taking your bumper try calling Powder Coating Plus (661)295-0205. Ask for Eddie and tell him that Eugene referred you to him. We periodically send samples to be subjected to a 1000 hour salt spray test. You can also check out powdercoatingplus (dot) com. We are the largest powdercoating facility in the area.
Good luck!
KG6SLC aka Eugene
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Originally Posted by jaker t5
I have a friend who sandblast for a living and drives a JK he lives in the temecula area , he did my front bumper and my front axle because the powder coat was coming off and I bedlined it afterwards
After it was done
After it was done
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This is my bumper now
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Originally Posted by jaker t5
The silver was after it was sandblasted down to the metal and I added on some bars and then bedlined it
This is my bumper now