[Jukebox-list] Restoration - Down to the Metal?

[Bob E.]

At 01:17 PM 9/10/06 -0400, you wrote:
>I'm starting resotation on a Rockola 1448. I removed the door, and there's
rust on the top shelf and bottom. I'll probably strip it of all parts for a
re-paint of the base door assembly. Question... is there a preference for
stripping door assembly using a chemical vat dip, or sand/bead blast? Please
give me your pros & cons? Also, if any of you have a step-by-step process
for stip, prime, re-paint... please let me know.

I do not personally know the exact configuration of the piece you are
trying to refurbish, but there are things you need to be cognizant of
with regard to either stripping method you mention.  With chemical dips,
you need to be aware of the chemical traces that are left in seams and
folds where sheet metal overlaps itself as in spot-welded corners.  If
not totally removed with multiple rinsings and dryings, it can seep out
later and ruin any paint job you care to undertake.  It can be difficult
to remove the chemical from hidden areas completely.  Sand blasting can
warp or distort flat surfaces if it is not done very carefully, and 
sometimes it will happen even with the best practice.  You may want to
consult the people who would do these jobs for you before committing to
a course of action.  If you are more of a do-it-yourself type, and have 
access to the equipment, materials and space to do the work, you might
experiment with wire-brushing as much rust as you can reach, and use a
chemical converter to treat the rest of the rust before priming and 
repainting.  Duro makes one product like this.

--Bob
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