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Old Aug 5, 2009 | 09:41 PM
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How should I clean my sanding blocks before applying a new piece of sticky sandpaper? The problem I'm having is the paint dust in the foam seems to foul the "sticky" stuff. I'm sure there's a simple 'doh!' answer, but I'm not having much luck on my own.

I'm using dura blocks and rolls of 3M Stickit (the reddish stuff).

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Unfamiliar with what your block is made of but I have found mineral spirits will cut the adhesive/dust crust on my DA pads. Also works well on the hard rubber and aluminum blocks I use... even the plastic faced foam on the long board. Flame suit on!!!!
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A quick wipe with a rag damp, not soaked, with lacquer thinner should do the trick.
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Originally Posted by bondoboy
A quick wipe with a rag damp, not soaked, with lacquer thinner should do the trick.

I use acetone also. It cleans quickly and dries quickly also.
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 07:45 PM
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Thanks guys, I'll give the acetone a try. I did try lacquer thinner, but it seems to leave the surface a bit "slimy"
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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i always put a little sanding dust on the block and give it a quick wipe on my pant leg to start that way the paper won't leave a messy residue . if you get too much dust i kust blow it off with an air gun
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Why don't you use wet and dry paper, soak it in water and be done with the clogging and dust?
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Originally Posted by GDaina
Why don't you use wet and dry paper, soak it in water and be done with the clogging and dust?
I believe he is using adhesive backed file roll sandpaper. In certain stages of block sanding, wet sanding is not practical.
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3M adhesive remover.

Get it at your local paint store.
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