My Most Abrasive Video Yet 

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WOW, Doug. This is just a TREASURE of a tip video. I'm getting one!!!

So glad I ran across this video. Although I'm interested in model railroading, you did mention some valuable things which have helped me to decide to get an air eraser. I've often thought these could be handy but for what. Earlier tonight I read a post that a guy just mentioned "sand blasting" freight car trucks so they would take paint. Typically truck frames are molded out of Delrin/Acetal plastic which is not paint friendly. He stated that by sandblasting not only did it get rid of the shine but helped them to retain weather paints. You got a new subscriber.

Great video. I'm 45 and am rediscovering model building. This is one of the best and most original tips I've seen. Thank you.

I do the dental part. We etch crown internals to clean them and create surface roughness to allow for better cementation of glues. Some Doc’s use theirs in the mouth…with protection and vacuum of course. I also use mine for modelling, removing old paint like a dream, gently. I will bring my abrasion booth and equipment home to my model shop when I retire from my practice. New subscriber, just catching up on all your videos. They are very well made and professional 👍🏻😎

Welcome to the you tube modeling community Doug. I've followed your modeling for years and lokk forward to your videos.

Those Air Erasers were and still are a God send. Strips paint off car bodies nicely but watch that air pressure or you'll gouge the body, it takes a lot of finesse but purple power is cheaper ;)

I’ve used the same air eraser on the larger cast metal parts in a Model Factory Hiro kit. It dulls them slightly and eliminates shiny areas. It sure is a messy process!

I bought one of these from Harbor Freight with the intention of using it on various weathering projects and never thought about tires!

Just found your channel. You started one day after my birthday. I like your details. Keep them coming.

I've had an air eraser for years, I've always used it to etch glass but I've never thought about using it on my models. Thanks for the great info...

I have been using this gun on older cars when I want to remove the chrome and paint trim pieces. This is 1:1 cars ( rebuilds/customs ) pretty cool to see someone using it for models.

Hi Doug, I bought a eraser after watching this video, I used it on some tires but really like it for photo etch belt buckles. It knocked down the unrealistic shine like a champ. Thanks for the tip

Excellent tip Doug. Looking forward to more!

Great video Doug! An awesome tool indeed! I have used the Paashe and now the CentralPneumatic air eraser for years. And yes! Use a good moisture trap!

Awesome Video Doug.... Definitely going to get one of these.... The possibilities are endless...

Pretty cool, I've always preferred the hollow tires, never cared for the solid ones.

In lieu of this excellent tool I've used a gentle scouring powder called "Bon Ami" which I apply with a soft piece of cloth and or a toothbrush, usually my wife's.😉 I have seen weathering (fading/wearing) done with this product and it is outstanding.👍

Excellent information. Thank you

Interesting tool!!! Thanks for sharing.

Wow! I never would have thought. Amazing tip. Thank you sir!

Doug, May have just found your channel but have to point out to all that your air is built into your bench. I will be looking into altering my bench to accommodate this change I think it is stellar.

Wonderful tip. Thanks.

I've been doing the same thing on my tires with a glass bead blast cabinet that I use for 1:1 car parts. Works very well with the pressure regulated down to 55 pounds.

Little late to the show here. Great video, thanks. I had the Paasche Air Eraser and it had issues right away. I found a knock off version at Harbor Freight and it works great to this day. Not having an air eraser is like not having an X-Acto knife IMHO.

Thank you great idea 👍

Wow, just found your channel Doug, what's tip . Thanks for sharing. . Rick 😎✌️

Great tip. Wish I still had mine. Sold it during the machine shop fire sale. :^(

Thank you Doug for your very informative video and plugging Norm thank you

Definitely an important detail on your model Doug, can’t count how many times this is overlooked when at the shows……

Excellent advice something to look into especially on old gassers

Thanks for the tip 👍

Looks like an awesome tool

Great video, as always... I'm amazed at just far you go with your modeling. Its awesome... and I'd like to give credit to the comments section as well... even more great stuff!!!... and may you always a project on your bench!

Great tip! Just learned a lot in a short time. Thanks for the video😎👍

I have found that using a toothbrush and either toothpaste or even better take a bar of lava soap and make it into a past and brush that on. Probably less consistent than the air eraser but far easier to cleanup/manage not to mention no health hazards.

Great video!

I always did wonder why Bob chose to machine those axles in brass I'm lucky enough to have a set of the big and little halibrands with knockoffs that he made

Thanks for sharing

Baking soda is another medium, in case you need it… in a pinch.

Great video. Ive never seen that before. Ill be picking one up now.

Great video, and cool tip.

Seen one of those at harbor freight less the $30 think I'll be picking one up

I was recently wondering if this would work but never bothered to really look for information. Now that i know it will work with at least 2 of my hobbies, it's tone to break out the wallet!

I’m new to your channel. Like it a lot. Think I’ll stick around. Lol

Not a air eraser, but I have been using the Badger Mini Sandblaster on model cars since the mid 90's. I find using a courser silica sand will give tires a more rubbery look vs the finer sand. I do, however, use the fine sand in between the treads.

I wonder if you can spray dry flake for a custom paint job.

Hi Doug, Great tip, awesome presentation! One question, at 0:19 in your video there is a Chrome 8 spoke wheel with 4 lug bolt pattern, Can you tell me what kit to find them in? I need to do a model of my Miata that has those wheels.

Can you use that to get rid of orange peal effects with clear finishes? Great video!

So the air eraser is like a sandblaster like you would use on real cars