I've just removed the body from the frame of my 65 GTO.

So, I'm looking for advice, on bead/sand/shell blasting or chemical dipping the body and frame.

Also, can anyone recommend a shop in the CT/MA/RI/NY area that can do this.

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Mozzy

I've just removed the body from the frame of my 65 GTO.

So, I'm looking for advice, on bead/sand/shell blasting or chemical dipping the body and frame.

Also, can anyone recommend a shop in the CT/MA/RI/NY area that can do this.

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Thanks
Mozzy

I did a restoration and had the body walnut shell blasted. It's really gentle on the metal, and doesn't warp any panels. A little vacuuming and you're cleaned up afterwards. I've heard too many horror stories about chemical dips, and not getting every bit of chemical out. Scares me to think of paint lifting because there was chemical left in some unseen spot, or "out gassing " of the chemical. My opinion only, walnut shells is the only way to go!!! Good luck.

dipping in my opinion is not a good idea. too many cracks,crevices that chemicals can hide.


i'd look at media blasting.

i'm also going to copy this into the body shop, you'll get more info there.

mike

IMO plastic media or shell blasting is usually the best way to strip a body. You do have to contend with loose media though. I agree that chemical dip is problematical when it comes to getting all of the caustic chemicals out of the nooks and crannies. On parts that don't have these hidden pockets, chemical dip is OK.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by decco:
I did a restoration and had the body walnut shell blasted. It's really gentle on the metal, and doesn't warp any panels. A little vacuuming and you're cleaned up afterwards. I've heard too many horror stories about chemical dips, and not getting every bit of chemical out. Scares me to think of paint lifting because there was chemical left in some unseen spot, or "out gassing " of the chemical. My opinion only, walnut shells is the only way to go!!! Good luck. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Wow, sounds like I almost made big mistake.
Chemical!

This GTO is my connection to my past, I am honored to be on this board.

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No Dip here, Mozzy