Beadblast Cabinet
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Topic: Beadblast Cabinet
Posted By: 6PakBee
Subject: Beadblast Cabinet
Date Posted: Jan/28/2017 at 7:44pm
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Looking to replace my old dinosaur. Trying to get one at least 4' wide. Looking at these one. Any comments or experience? http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Cyclone-6035-Abrasive-Sand-Blaster-Blast-Cabinet-Glass-Bead-Media-USA-MADE/201534418603?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20131003132420%26meid%3D35800abd8fbd48358697af21722f9689%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D201534418266" rel="nofollow - http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Cyclone-6035-Abrasive-Sand-Blaster-Blast-Cabinet-Glass-Bead-Media-USA-MADE/201534418603?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20131003132420%26meid%3D35800abd8fbd48358697af21722f9689%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D201534418266 http://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Standing-Sandblast-Cabinet-Attached/dp/B0071LL1WM/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1485653324&sr=8-10&keywords=sandblast+cabinet" rel="nofollow - https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Standing-Sandblast-Cabinet-Attached/dp/B0071LL1WM/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1485653324&sr=8-10&keywords=sandblast+cabinet Anyone have words of wisdom they wish to share about any other models? ------------- Roger Gazur 1969 'B' Scheme SC/Rambler 1970 RWB 4-spd Machine 1970 Sonic Silver auto AMX All project cars. Forum Cockroach |
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Posted By: pit crew
Date Posted: Jan/28/2017 at 9:13pm
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We have had a Skat Blast cabinet in the shop for several years now. I like working with it and I feel it is easy to maintain. http://www.skatblast.com/" rel="nofollow - http://www.skatblast.com/ -------------  73 Hornet - 401EFI - THM400 - Twin Grip 20 |
Posted By: 401MATCOUPE
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 6:55am
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I am with Ken Walker I have had my Skat Blast Cabinet for over 30 years.......never an issue, other then normal maintenance. I actually have two of them, one for Glass Bead and one for Plastic Media. ------------- Ross K. Peterson 68X,GoPac,343,AT,52A(1stCar) 68X,GoPac,390,4sp,52A 69X,GoPac,390,4sp,64A 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,87A,8 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,BBO,8 70 Jav SST,390,AT,BSO 74MatX,401,AT,Prototype 74MatX,401,AT |
Posted By: bbgjc
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 7:02am
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Skat cabinets are a purchase for life, just as Ross stated. I personally don't like the front opening units. Sometimes in rush you'll forget to let the dust to settle and opening the front loaders puts it all in your face. The front loaders are great when you placing heavy items into the cabinet and save space. |
Posted By: Ohio AMX
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 9:54am
Mine is probably 25 years old and still going strong. It gets a LOT of use! ------------- 1940 Hupmobile Skylark 1968 Javelin future Pro Street 1969 AMX 290/auto (first car) 1997 Dodge SS/T 5.9L AMO# 983 |
pit crew wrote:Posted By: Ram Air Rick
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 10:14am
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I'm with these guys Roger... Great customer support too. 
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Posted By: 6768rogues
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 10:58am
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Skatblast here, too. I have run 3 cars in pieces through it over 15 years and still going strong. Any part, no matter how seemingly insignificant, is readily available. ------------- Content intended for mature audiences. If you experience nausea or diarrhea, stop reading and seek medical attention. Located usually near Rochester, NY and sometimes central FL. |
Posted By: garweb3
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 11:45am
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They're also made in the USA. ------------- 1974 Javelin AMX 1980 Spirit AMX 1987 Jeep Comanche Sportruck |
Posted By: 6PakBee
Date Posted: Jan/29/2017 at 12:16pm
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Well, I didn't expect such unanimous agreement on Skat. I have an old Eelco that Columbus must have used and is just too small for anything bigger than a cylinder head. At the power plants I've worked at the one I probably liked the best was like this one, the easiest loading I've ever seen. Fortunately this is a purchase for later this year, we'll see how the year goes. Thanks everybody. http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Cyclone-FT6035-Abrasive-Sand-Blaster-Blast-Cabinet-Glass-Bead-Media-USA-MADE/201534418266?_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160323102634%26meid%3D01876f7638764eedbe138f35da6f765e%26pid%3D100623%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D201534418603" rel="nofollow - http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Cyclone-FT6035-Abrasive-Sand-Blaster-Blast-Cabinet-Glass-Bead-Media-USA-MADE/201534418266?_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160323102634%26meid%3D01876f7638764eedbe138f35da6f765e%26pid%3D100623%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D201534418603 ------------- Roger Gazur 1969 'B' Scheme SC/Rambler 1970 RWB 4-spd Machine 1970 Sonic Silver auto AMX All project cars. Forum Cockroach |
Posted By: 74gremx
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 1:19am
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Here in our workshop in Adelaide, South Australia, we have an Empire cabinet, made in PA. It gets used every day work various jobs with glass beads, and on the side I did an entire Gremlin (the parts that would fit anyway) and still going strong. I replace the glass tearoff lense about once a week. We wore out the mesh floor in one spot - just very slowly abraded a big hole through it. But the rest of the cabinet is fine. ------------- 1970 Javelin 360/727 1974 Levis Gremlin X 304/904 1964 American Convertible 1974 Matador wagon (parts) 2016 Holden Cruze Equipe 2014 Holden Colorado "Don't mistake activity for achievement". |
Posted By: 1948kaiser
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 7:59am
| if you are going to amo nationals in gettsburg pa you could go by their store outside canfield ohio which is just southwest of youngstown ohio. |
Posted By: White70JavelinSST
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 8:21am
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Skatblast from TP Tools here in my shop also. I've had probably 15 years and I'm very happy with it's performance. Like mentioned prior, easily maintained and TP Tools has all the replacement parts and maintenace pieces needed to keep the cabinet in great working order. I managed to get lucky and purchase mine during their scratch and dent sale. Needless to say, the scratch was insignificant, however the savings was fantastic. I've purchased several replacement p-arts, like glass covers, glove set and gun parts. all great quality pieces too. ------------- 70 Javelin SST, second owner, purchased 1972 |
Posted By: amcglass
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 9:32am
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I dont have one but have used them Very nice to have and on a wish list for me for sure ------------- Javmanpres BBG Mark Donohue 401 74 Jav/AMX 71 Matador 2dr sedan delivery wagon 1902 Rambler Runabout 70 T/A Javelin |
Posted By: Ohio AMX
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 11:33am
TP Tools even sells left hand gloves individually since that one always wears out first. ------------- 1940 Hupmobile Skylark 1968 Javelin future Pro Street 1969 AMX 290/auto (first car) 1997 Dodge SS/T 5.9L AMO# 983 |
Posted By: 401MATCOUPE
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 11:43am
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They also run sales all the time to help you out...they are family owned and run company. They always bring cabinets free freight to Carlisle and Hershey. I can get every part that my 30+ year old cabinet and vacuum use, I have upgraded my Vac to their latest configuration with sound deadening and HEPA Filter and Exhaust filter.......good stuff. ------------- Ross K. Peterson 68X,GoPac,343,AT,52A(1stCar) 68X,GoPac,390,4sp,52A 69X,GoPac,390,4sp,64A 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,87A,8 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,BBO,8 70 Jav SST,390,AT,BSO 74MatX,401,AT,Prototype 74MatX,401,AT |
Posted By: Ram Air Rick
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 11:55am
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Funny you mention the vacuum HEPA Filter upgrade. I ordered one last Wed., and it was on my porch Friday. Installed it on Saturday...
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Posted By: ADAM12MATADOR
Date Posted: Jan/30/2017 at 3:13pm
| Just bought an ALC polymer blast cabinet from Northern Tool 2 weeks ago. The cabinet is 36" x 24" so it is big enough for most parts. I also have a couple of portable blasters for outdoor use on bigger items. The cabinet was $374 which is reasonable. Once i get the airline plumbing done, i will try it out. |
Posted By: amcglass
Date Posted: Jan/31/2017 at 10:01am
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should look seriously into buying one ------------- Javmanpres BBG Mark Donohue 401 74 Jav/AMX 71 Matador 2dr sedan delivery wagon 1902 Rambler Runabout 70 T/A Javelin |
Posted By: kcsamc
Date Posted: Jan/31/2017 at 5:16pm
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I like my Skat cabinet. Mine is big enough for a door, rearend, or rear seat frame. Front fenders maybe maybe not depending on the car size. Yoyll never wish you went smaller on your cabinet.... ------------- Kevin Shope 1964 Classic 660 https://theamcforum.com/forum/rare-ragtop-rogue-refurb_topic112071.html" rel="nofollow - 67 Rogue 290-4V 4spd Conv A-Scheme SC/Rambler (69 SC JOURNEY) |
Posted By: pacerman
Date Posted: Feb/02/2017 at 12:34pm
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TP Tools is super easy to deal with on replacement parts. I have a SKAT side-loading cabinet. My glass window was blurred by years of use (without using the tearoff covers). My cabinet gloves were also worn out. I called them with the dimensions of my window and ordered the parts over the phone. The company rep was very friendly and actually sounded like he appreciated my business. Not like one AMC vendor I know (couldn't resist the dig). I did order new tearoffs too. Also, when I complained about the single incandescent lamp in my cabinet, the rep said that was standard from the factory. He advised that when I installed the new glass, I would likely not be complaining about insufficient lighting. And he was correct. One light is enough as long when the window is clear. Joe ------------- Happiness is making something out of nothing. |
Posted By: White70JavelinSST
Date Posted: Feb/03/2017 at 8:53am
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I have a Skat Blast 780TL. It came with one incandescent light fixture. I bought a second light fixture, drilled the hole and installed it. Twice as much light as before ! http://www.tptools.com/USA-780-TL-Top-Load-Abrasive-Blast-Cabinet,432.html?b=d*8014" rel="nofollow - http://www.tptools.com/USA-780-TL-Top-Load-Abrasive-Blast-Cabinet,432.html?b=d*8014 ------------- 70 Javelin SST, second owner, purchased 1972 |
Posted By: 401MATCOUPE
Date Posted: Feb/03/2017 at 9:17am
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Just FYI, my Skat Plastic Media Cabinet the factory flood light got real hot....so I found a LED Flood Light, now no heat and even more light then before, and less electricity cost. ------------- Ross K. Peterson 68X,GoPac,343,AT,52A(1stCar) 68X,GoPac,390,4sp,52A 69X,GoPac,390,4sp,64A 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,87A,8 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,BBO,8 70 Jav SST,390,AT,BSO 74MatX,401,AT,Prototype 74MatX,401,AT |
Posted By: White70JavelinSST
Date Posted: Feb/03/2017 at 9:33am
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Ross, I've noticed the same in my cabinet. I need to convert it to LED. only trouble is I'm having no luck finding something I like so far. too much chinese junk on the market
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Posted By: 401MATCOUPE
Date Posted: Feb/03/2017 at 9:43am
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I bought the bulb at Lowe's and it had a Lifetime Warranty...it was like about $30.00, but the heat off the incandescent was killing me. ------------- Ross K. Peterson 68X,GoPac,343,AT,52A(1stCar) 68X,GoPac,390,4sp,52A 69X,GoPac,390,4sp,64A 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,87A,8 70X,GoPac,390,4sp,BBO,8 70 Jav SST,390,AT,BSO 74MatX,401,AT,Prototype 74MatX,401,AT |
Posted By: kcsamc
Date Posted: Mar/21/2018 at 1:30pm
Only if you are right handed.... ------------- Kevin Shope 1964 Classic 660 https://theamcforum.com/forum/rare-ragtop-rogue-refurb_topic112071.html" rel="nofollow - 67 Rogue 290-4V 4spd Conv A-Scheme SC/Rambler (69 SC JOURNEY) |
Posted By: billd
Date Posted: Mar/21/2018 at 4:06pm
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Yup - I've gone throug the right gloves in both my media blast cabinet and the bead blast cabinet. But then I've done a few "tricks" to my cheapie cabinets that makes them more useful so they get used a LOT (except on things I'm going to plate where I want a proper original finish - on the other hand if the original was dull, then I do gently bead blast - but that's nothing to do with gloves. -------------  http://theamcpages.com" rel="nofollow - http://theamcpages.com http://antique-engines.com" rel="nofollow - http://antique-engines.com |
Posted By: 6768rogues
Date Posted: Mar/21/2018 at 8:16pm
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I have used a Scat Blast cabinet for many years. Blast cabinets are not maintenance free. Any part is readily available for Scat Blast. ------------- Content intended for mature audiences. If you experience nausea or diarrhea, stop reading and seek medical attention. Located usually near Rochester, NY and sometimes central FL. |
Posted By: 6PakBee
Date Posted: Jan/02/2019 at 9:46am
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Well, I deferred to the expertise on the forum and waited until I could get a used Skat cabinet. And here it is.....  ------------- Roger Gazur 1969 'B' Scheme SC/Rambler 1970 RWB 4-spd Machine 1970 Sonic Silver auto AMX All project cars. Forum Cockroach |
Posted By: White70JavelinSST
Date Posted: Jan/02/2019 at 10:22am
Nice catch 6PakBee, looks like a wheel will fit inside that one, am I correct? ------------- 70 Javelin SST, second owner, purchased 1972 |
Posted By: bcsideshow
Date Posted: Jan/02/2019 at 10:41am
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Looks good Roger!... I too got a Skat Blast cabinet based on this thread. ------------- 1969 SCRambler "B" 1970 AMX 390 Auto 1968 AMX 390 Auto 1970 Rebel Machine Project 1969 AMX 390 4SPD Project 1969 AMX 390 Auto Project 1969 Javelin 390 project 1997 Cherokee lifted 1998 TJ Lifted |
Posted By: kcsamc
Date Posted: Jan/02/2019 at 11:08am
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Well done!!! If that is the 54" one, you can do your axle housing, a dash, even a fender (or most of it) in that unit. I even blasted my original wheel with the original factory tire on it in the cabinet (didn't want to try to get the hard rubber tire off!) Make sure you order the inside clear plastic protection shields from TP (somewhat expensive), an extra fan motor/filter, and get the carbide tip for the gun (you won't regret it - the ceramic tips don't last but the carbide goes on forever!) ------------- Kevin Shope 1964 Classic 660 https://theamcforum.com/forum/rare-ragtop-rogue-refurb_topic112071.html" rel="nofollow - 67 Rogue 290-4V 4spd Conv A-Scheme SC/Rambler (69 SC JOURNEY) |
Posted By: 6PakBee
Date Posted: Jan/02/2019 at 11:56am
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Thanks, Kevin. Any and all recommendations are always welcome! ------------- Roger Gazur 1969 'B' Scheme SC/Rambler 1970 RWB 4-spd Machine 1970 Sonic Silver auto AMX All project cars. Forum Cockroach |
Posted By: DetroitAMX
Date Posted: Jan/17/2019 at 11:43pm
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Without question the Skat Blast cabinet is the best. had one for years |
Posted By: White70JavelinSST
Date Posted: Jan/18/2019 at 9:38am
I accidentally discovered a great way to get around the expensive clear plastic shields needed to protect the inside of the window. I was purchasing roses for my now ex wife, the florist put them in a clear plastic wrap. I held it up after she put the roses in a vase and realized it was optically clear. BONUS ! The flower s got me points withe the wife, ( I thought) and I got an optically clear protector for my blast cabinet. I use the blue 3M masking tape to hold it on, it leaves no residue and stays pretty darn well. I accumulated so many of those wraps that I'm still using them after ten years of being divorced. They last just as long or longer than the ones intended for the cabinet. the flowers didn't do a dang bit of good for the marriage though......LMBO ------------- 70 Javelin SST, second owner, purchased 1972 |
Posted By: amxron
Date Posted: Jan/20/2019 at 8:27pm
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Had my Scat Blast since 1983.The Tip catalog has some great tools and information too. The new HEPA equipment works great. A very well run American company. Ron. ------------- AMXron Fleet/Jeep Mgr. Orbit AMC/Jeep 50-1787 |