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Soda Blasting has become popular recently. This method uses Baking Soda, and is very effective as it will not damage the glass, plastics, chrome and rubber on the vehicle when used properly. This means that a car can be stripped with all of the parts still attached (if you wanted). Another method of of blasting that can be useful is plastic media blasting it is cheaper than soda blasting and can be used in the same instances, but special care is needed. Soda blasting does not remove rust. | Soda Blasting has become popular recently. This method uses Baking Soda, and is very effective as it will not damage the glass, plastics, chrome and rubber on the vehicle when used properly. This means that a car can be stripped with all of the parts still attached (if you wanted). Another method of of blasting that can be useful is plastic media blasting it is cheaper than soda blasting and can be used in the same instances, but special care is needed. Soda blasting does not remove rust. | ||
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Always use a respirator when using sanding tools. | Always use a respirator when using sanding tools. | ||
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=====Orbital sander safety===== | =====Orbital sander safety===== | ||
Prolonged use of orbital sanders can cause a condition known as "Vibration White Finger", or "Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome". For more details, see [[Health and Safety in the Shop or Garage#Vibration protection|Vibration protection]]. | Prolonged use of orbital sanders can cause a condition known as "Vibration White Finger", or "Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome". For more details, see [[Health and Safety in the Shop or Garage#Vibration protection|Vibration protection]]. | ||
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| + | Commercial shops tend to use a hook and loop 80 grit pad on a larger sander. Several shops who participate on forums have commented that they have found this method to be the most economical in time and materials after trying all other methods. | ||
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| + | Bear in mind that paints on cars may contain lead. | ||
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