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| − | The term "sandblasting" is confusing, as, in its most specific interpretation, it means [[Media blasting|abrasive blasting]] using sand as the blasting medium.
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| − | More commonly, "sandblasting" is used to refer to [[Media blasting|abrasive blasting]] using any blasting medium. This is somewhat of a misnomer, as sand is frequently a poor choice for a blasting medium.
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| − | ==Sandblasting body panels is generally ill-advised==
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| − | Sandblasting automotive body panels, using sand as the blasting medium, is not recommended, for the following reasons:
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| − | *Sandblasting '''impinges''' sheet metal.
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| − | *Prolonged sand blasting of thin sheet metal causes frictional heat that may warp metal. (''disputed; needs confirmation'')
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| − | *Sand creates chloride ions and corrosive salts that promote [[rust]]. ''(this statement needs confirmation/expansion)''
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| − | ==References==
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| − | *[http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/once-all-wiki-soda-blasting-162700.html Once and for all: wiki on Soda blasting] Hotrodders forum thread
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| − | ==Resources==
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| − | *[http://www.hotrodders.com/kb/media-blasting Media Blasting]Hotrodders Knowledge Base
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| − | ;Crankcase Coalition article
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| − | *[[Media blasting]]
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| − | *[[Soda blasting]]
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