Vapour Blasting Sussex
At TB Blast Cleaning, based in Hailsham, East Sussex, we specialize in vapour blasting (also known as aqua blasting or wet blasting) for motorcycle engines, vintage car parts, classic bike components, and delicate aluminium or magnesium castings. Our in-house vapour blasting service safely restores parts like rocker covers, crankcases, cylinder heads, engine casings, carburettors, and exhaust systems to a like-new condition. We use this gentle yet effective process to remove corrosion, grime, and old coatings without damaging the underlying metal, delivering superior results for your restoration projects (Please note: this is not a mobile service – all vapour blasting is done at our fully equipped Hailsham workshop for quality control and consistency.)
Precision Vapour Blasting for Motorcycle & Engine Parts in East Sussex
At TB Blast Cleaning in Hailsham, we offer professional vapour blasting for motorcycle engines, car parts, exhausts, and aluminium castings. This gentle yet powerful process removes oxidation, carbon, and coatings from engine cases, cylinder heads, carbs, and exhausts—ideal for classic bike and vintage vehicle restoration. We serve East Sussex including Lewes, Uckfield, and Brighton. Perfect prep for polishing, rebuilds, or refinishing.
We regularly work on:
Motorcycle engine casings, barrels, covers, and swingarms
Car engine blocks, heads, valve covers, and aluminium castings
Exhaust systems and manifolds – restoring a like-new finish while preserving fitment surfaces
Key Benefits of Vapour Blasting for Restoration
Gentle, Damage-Free Cleaning: Vapour blasting is far less abrasive than traditional sandblasting. Pressurized water in the blast stream acts as a cushion for the media, preventing harsh impact on the surface. This means no warping or pitting – even delicate engine components and soft alloys can be cleaned thoroughly without harm. Unlike dry blasting, vapour blasting creates a smooth, satin finish without damaging fine details.
Smooth Satin Finish: The process leaves parts with a smooth, satin-like finish, ideal for classic car and motorcycle parts that you want to look like new. Aluminium, steel, and chrome pieces come out with a uniform sheen that’s perfect for display or refinishing. Because the water and fine media gently polish the surface, there’s no heavy etching – just a clean, lustrous finish ready for the next step.
Effective Corrosion & Grime Removal: Our vapour blasting softly cleans away years of corrosion, oxidization, grease, and old paint from your parts. It’s excellent for removing rust from exhaust headers, clearing out carbon and oil residues from engine parts, and stripping old coatings or grime that normal cleaning can’t touch. Stubborn dirt and surface deposits are washed off gently, revealing the bare metal without grinding it down.
Residue-Free, Ready for Reassembly: One big advantage of vapour blasting is that the water flushes out all abrasive and debris during the process. There’s no abrasive dust left clinging inside carburettor passages or engine oil galleries. Parts come out chemically clean with no media embedded in the material. This means your components are immediately ready for reassembly, painting, or powder coating with minimal prep. The surface is perfectly clean and conditioned, which also helps new coatings adhere better.
Cleaner & Safer Process: Vapour blasting is a dust-free blasting process, which keeps our work environment and your parts cleaner. The water suppresses dust and also acts as a natural degreaser during blasting. This eco-friendly approach not only protects our technicians but also means your parts get both cleaned and degreased in one step, saving time in your project. The result is a thorough clean that you can trust for high-value classic components.
Specialized in Automotive & Motorcycle Components
Motorcycle Engine Parts: We restore engine cases, crankcases, cylinders, cylinder heads, and rocker covers for all types of bikes – from vintage motorcycles to modern superbikes. The vapour blasting process removes oxidation and oil stains while preserving gasket surfaces and thread integrity. Your motorcycle engine components will look factory-fresh and are ready for rebuilding or refinishing.
Classic & Vintage Car Parts: From aluminium intake manifolds to engine blocks, gearbox casings, and rocker/cam covers, our aqua blasting can handle it. The gentle action is perfect for classic car parts that need cleaning without abrasion. We remove old paint, rust, and grime from cast iron or aluminum parts, producing a smooth finish that’s show-quality. Even intricate finned housings and magnesium alloy parts can be safely cleaned with vapour blasting, avoiding the risk of damage that harsher methods might cause.
Carburettors & Fuel System Components: Carburettors, intakes, and other precision components benefit greatly from vapour blasting. The process cleans internally and externally, reaching into passages to remove varnish, fuel residue, and soot without leaving any grit behind. Vapour blasting not only shines up the exterior of carb bodies but also ensures that jets and channels are free of debris, which is crucial before reassembly. This means better performance when you reinstall the carburettors, as well as a like-new appearance.
Exhaust Manifolds & Metal Hardware: Rusty exhaust headers, manifolds, heat shields, and other steel or stainless parts can be brought back to life. Vapour blasting strips away rust and carbon deposits gently, which is ideal for thin-walled exhaust parts or threaded fittings that sandblasting might damage. After blasting, these components are left clean and smooth, ready for high-temperature coating, painting, or reuse without ugly rust scale.
Delicate Aluminium/Magnesium Castings: We are experienced in cleaning delicate cast metal parts such as vintage magnesium engine covers, transmission cases, or aluminium bellhousings. These materials require a careful touch. Our vapour blasting technique cleans off oxidation and dirt while avoiding any metal removal or surface etching. Delicate castings come out looking revitalized but still within original tolerances – an essential factor for rare classic parts.
Experience the TB Blast Cleaning Difference
A professional, direct, and reliable service that puts quality first. All vapour blasting is performed in-house by our trained specialists, ensuring every job meets our high standards. (We do not offer mobile blasting for vapour; our advanced equipment is maintained at our facility for the best outcomes.) This dedicated approach means you get consistent, top-notch results every time.
For Vapour Blasting Sussex and aqua blasting services you can count on, contact TB Blast Cleaning today. Let us safely clean and revive your motorcycle engine parts, classic car components, and treasured metal pieces. We’ll provide an outstanding finish that not only looks impressive but also prepares your parts for the next stage – be it powder coating, painting, or straight reassembly. Get in touch with us for a free quote or to discuss your project, and give your classic components the gentle restoration they deserve.