Blasting a Valve cover

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May 6, 2013, 11:06 AM

Mrauto50

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Blasting a Valve cover

Guys, I know I can't use sand or anything like that
Because of the sand getting trapped in the cover. I would think
Soda blast would be fine. What are your thoughts?

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May 6, 2013, 12:31 PM

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if you have an 8 i believe the baffles are different. usually people mask off the bottom and use aircraft stripper i believe

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May 6, 2013, 03:24 PM

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I had mine sand blasted but then did a chem wash for 4 cycles and then washed it in the dishwasher a few times just to be safe. No issues with mine.

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May 6, 2013, 04:33 PM

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When I got mine powdercoated it had to be sent out to get a special blasting. The magnesium ours are made of are VERY soft and brittle, so you have to make sure to do a blast that isn't too rough or coarse.