In this tech article we’re going to show you how to revive this old valve cover that has been powder coated in the past. We’ll be using our down to metal paint and powder stripper. Now whether you need to remove an old coating to start fresh or fix a mistake, down to metal paint and powder stripper is exactly what you need. Today I’m gonna show you how to fix a mistake let’s face it we all make them during powder coating this valve cover got poor coverage and fish eyes from contaminants on the surface we’ll need to remove this powder coat before any paint work can be done.
Tag: Powder Coating
How to Powder Coat A Stainless Yeti Cup
Today we’re going to be going over an increasingly popular topic it’s going to be how to powder coat your stainless steel Yeti tumbler. We want to go over some of the challenges that you’re going to face in powder coating a stainless steel tumbler.
Top Ways to Prepare Parts for Powder Coating
Anytime you’re coating a part whether it is a paint, powder, or plating you need to start with an ultra clean surface that the coating can adhere to. Liquid paints can be very particular about the cleanliness of the surface and it is best to get everything surgically clean. Powder Coating isn’t quite as bad but it does need clean surfaces to apply and cure powder over. The hard part about powder coating is that it is an extremely durable coating and when an issue arises it is usually after the powder has cured and it is difficult to remove. For this reason it is best to take precautions to assure your part is as clean as possible before coating. Below are a few cleaning techniques we suggest to use.
How to choose a blast cabinet!!
While we sell five different models of blast cabinets here at Eastwood, I’m going to concentrate on three. These three are best suited for the DIY hobbyist especially when space is a premium. I’ll work left to right in reference to the pictures above […]
Mini Compressors- Mobile Compressed Air
When most people hear the term “Air compressor” they think of a big, noisy compressor you see at your local repair shop. We’re here to show you that air compressors come in all shape and sizes. Mini or portable compressors are something that can be nice to have when you travel, in your roadside repair kit, or in the corner of your garage for occasional use. We decided to list our small and mini compressors below and compare and contrast.
Top 5 Father’s Day Gifts 2017
Fathers Day is right around the corner and if you’re anything like us; your Father played a big part in the classic car hobby many of us are neck-deep in. For some of us it was just the memories of riding around in an old car when we were kids, while others were thrust into the hobby by helping to build, modify, and go to shows as kids with our dads. Eventually time goes on and your dad is needing your help and borrowing tools from you. It’s nice to return the favor but it’s even better to GIVE him the tools he needs to do the job right. We surveyed Eastwood employees and customers and came up with a nice list of products that almost any Dad would be excited to receive! Below are our top 5 favorites; but you can find the full list on our site HERE.
5 Tips to Keep your Parts Clean when Powder Coating
Coating anything requires good prep to assure a flawless finish. This is true for painting with an HVLP Gun, spray paint, or powder coating. Powder Coating adds an extra layer of finish contamination that other coatings do not. That’s the need to heat the part and the powder up to allow it to flow out and cure. Funky stuff can start to happen causing issues with the final product. We decided to put together or top five ways to prepare your parts for powder coating. These tips could be the difference between a show-worthy finish and a hack job!
Powder Coating Motorcycle Parts to Make it Stand Out
Powder Coating is about one of the strongest coatings you can put on a part of your vehicle. What this does mean is that changing the color or design on your powdered parts can be a bit difficult to do. Recently Product Manager Beau B. decided to redo the color scheme on his motorcycle and document the process of stripping the powder off some of the parts and recoating them with fresh powder. It’s not as bad as you think!
Turbo Refinish with Powder Coating
Whether you’re adding a turbo to your car or just refinishing the one you already have the best and really only option is powder coating. Eastwood has everything you need to completely restore your turbo in an extremely durable corrosion-free finish that other coatings simply can’t match.