CMLove wrote:
>
> Hello listers;
>
> I will be doing some body work soon (this winter) and I am wondering
> about the best way to prepare the body for painting. I have heard some
> talk about paint strippers and others talk about sand blasting. And
> then there is just sand paper. Is there a best way? Which would you
> use and when?
>
> Thanks,
Monty
I have done all 3 methods.
Chemical stripper is messy but effective.
Sanding (by machine at home) is dusty, messy, and long but effective.
Media blasting by a local shop is quick, relativly cheap ($300 for a
Spridget shell, 1997 price).
This is the only way to go in my oppinion!
Been there, done it all, and learned my lesson. The chemicals and/or
sandpaper cost well over $100, then there is your time...about a month,
then another month cleaning everything in the garage if you sand it!
Good luck
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Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
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