vapor blasting

[electdroid]

I just got some parts back from Vaporblast Canada (vaporblastcanada.com) and I'm very impressed. The bike I'm fixing up was stored outside under a tarp for 20 years so corrosion is a big issue. After I saw pictures of vapor blast results I thought I'd give it a try and it appears to be the answer! The parts came back super clean with a silky luster to them. The process, which incorporates water and abrasive, does not scratch or change the metal--it just cleans it gently but thoroughly. I want to do the whole motor next! See the before and after pictures. I have more pictures but unfortunately it won't let me post them

 

[Tim]

Looking good! I need an excuse to send some stuff their way - nice to have a Canadian option.

 

[SONICJK]

So nice it's insane.

How much did that run you?

 

[neevo]

Are you going to paint it or leave it raw?

Getting my whole motor done soon and looking for an answer to this question,

 

[Tim]

I'd suggest leaving vapor blasted stuff raw. It should hold up well, and paint just flakes.

 

[electdroid]

I got both valve covers, the clutch cover, starter covers, water pipe elbows, oil filter cover and bolt and a large bolt for $100--cheap for the fantastic job. I intend to leave it bare--it looks great as is. Kevin at Vaporblast recommends an aircraft protectant called AFC-50 to protect the aluminum or the whole motorcycle for that matter but I haven't tried it yet...

 

[dualitymike]

Just to clarify. I think you meant ACF-50. The vapour blasting results look awesome!

 

[o1marc]

I finally got pics of my motor after everything was vapor blasted. She has never looked this good before. Mine was done by Vapor Blasting at Bikesalot (http://www.vaporblasting.biz/)