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Hello fellow Yokomo gurus.
I want to bring back the stock bulkheads and hubs etc.. for these early dogfighters to like new. Im seeking opinions on wether sand or particle blasting is recommended to strip the ugly ageing and get these surfaces back to new? My only concern is that the process might in some way degridate these parts.

Has anyone got experience with cleaning these items back to like new?

Thank you- Jason

the best method I have used(and will use in the future) is light glass beading. I also think the magnesium should be waxed or oiled afterwards to prevent oxidation. that I haven't really tried yet, but plan to. if you use glass beads and don't focus down tight with lots of air pressure, you won't remove any of the edges of the material.

I have a bunch of motor mounts I would like to have done is someone could do a professional job I would send out and pay to have it done. PM me if so.

I've got a cabinet setup with glass bead. Drop me a line if you need this done. I can slip them in when I'm doing some of my other stuff...

Todd

pm sent

Hi All, found another option to share
Just had the same original parts cleaned with Soda blasting, I guess with the rerelease i could just buy new but was keen to keep some originality.
Came out looking almost polished, really happy with the result. tried lacquer clear coat but looked too shiny, need a matt finish.
This old girl still had the original rubber gaskets, not sure what the top plate was, but i think a trinity item?? any clarification be appreciated.
Obviously, it didn't have the center stiffening spine ever installed, so does that mean YZ-10 rather than 870C?
Anyway, another option to share.
Keep well