48powderco / Vapor
Aluminum • Engine • Transmission — Palos Hills, IL
Vapor blasting & honing.
Vapor honing blasts with water and fine media together. It cleans aluminum without beating it up and leaves a smooth, factory-fresh satin finish with no paint.
Or email 48powderco@gmail.com • 7730 W 114th Pl, Palos Hills, IL 60465
5.0 on Google • 23 reviews• Free pickup within 5 mi
What's included
Done right, start to finish.
- Transmission and bellhousing cases
- Oil pans, valve covers, and timing covers
- Control arms and knuckles
- Intakes, carbs, and throttle bodies
- Motorcycle engine cases and parts
- Wheel prep before coating
Why it lasts
Vapor honing removes oil, corrosion, and baked-on grime and brings aluminum back to a satin finish. It's ideal before an engine or transmission rebuild, or when you want clean bare metal without a coating.
Send a photo of your part and get a price, usually the same day.
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5.0 on Google • 23 reviews
Real reviews.
Ray powder coated my chargepipes and intakes on my bmw m3. Picked intense blue, even helped install them after, good guy and quality
Exceptional service. Exceptional workmanship, and craftsmanship.!! Also, very, very good communication and fast turnaround times!
Had my car wheels coated by 48 Powder Coating and they turned out amazing! Great attention to detail, fast turnaround, and super professional service. Highly recommend!
Questions
Vapor FAQ
What is vapor honing?
Vapor honing, also called vapor blasting or wet blasting, uses water and fine media together. It cleans metal gently and leaves a smooth satin finish.
How long does it take?
Small parts are typically done in a day or less.
How should I bring my parts?
Disassembled and drained. Bearings, seals, and gaskets should come out first.
Do you coat the part after?
Only if you want. Most vapor-honed parts are left as clean bare aluminum, but we can powder coat or Cerakote them too.