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Old 12-17-2007, 12:30 PM
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like grommit said glassbeads leaves a smoother and brighter finish then al oxide.
turning down the pressure could help too. i always try to use minimum pressure needed to remove whatever finish is on part ,if possible i try not to blast part at all before polishing (chemical stripper and a good cleaning is sometimes all that is needed)
don t let some guy sell you (crushed recycled glass)as glassbeads it is NOT the same. i ve seen this happen before
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