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EUG1206

07-21-2006 04:43:36




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I have done my version of a restoration of a Case SC that has been in my family for 60 years and am now going to begin my second project. I do the work in my 3 stall garage attached to my house. My wife has concerns when I wire brush the old iron and the harmful effects of lead based paint dust. My goal has always been to clean up and smooth out as much as possible but not a professional job equivelant to sand blasting. Is there still a danger with lead based paint dust? If so is it a minor issue or a major concern? we do have two kids, ages 7 & 10. Any comments? Advice? My next project is a 300 Farmall by the way.

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CNKS

07-21-2006 17:38:10




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
The effect of lead on you is probably minimal, your kids are a different matter -- whatever works. I don't use dust masks, they are better than nothing, but not much. I use a charcoal mask with either P100 or N95 prefilters. The P100's get nearly everything, provided the mask fits. Also, it's not just the lead in the paint, it's the dust itself.



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Brian Schmidt

07-21-2006 12:09:22




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
She probably does have a valid point for the kids as well as for you. The dust in the air with wire brushing the paint off. You may want to start first with a stripper to limit your exposure to the lead in the air. I didn't see anyone here suggest that. Just a thought.



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AGR538

07-21-2006 06:30:50




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
I understand completely your concern. I have two small kids myself and I stay paranoid with all of the hype about lead and other contaminants. I suggest taking all precautions. However, I know auto body repairmen in their 80's that spent most of their life around this stuff. What did the lead do to them?



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randy in pa.

07-21-2006 06:08:17




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
I use a big fan to blow the dust away as I power brush along with a cheap dust mask.

Randy in pa



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EUGENE J. MARIER

07-21-2006 06:02:36




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
kids are old enough not to be eating the stuff, I think the primary concern is the dust particles. I think she has a valid point to at least look into it, but I'm feeling like it is pretty minimal with the level of grinding I am doing. Just kinda wanted some of you guys' veteran opinions. I think its time for a pole barn.



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Ron in Nebr

07-21-2006 07:20:29




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUGENE J. MARIER, 07-21-2006 06:02:36  
Well there ya go then! Most married guys spend years waiting for an opportunity like that, and you've got one staring you in the face!

"Well Honey, I feel kinda guilty about spending our next ten years Vacation budget to put up a new shop building, but I have to put the kid's health as top priority, so....Oh, and Honey, they DO say that the bigger they are the safer they are, so I'm thinking 60x100....."

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RustyFarmall

07-21-2006 05:57:37




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
What are the possibilities of installing one of those dust collection systems like the wood workers use? In my opinion, those systems are pricey, but it would sure be less expensive than the doctor and hospital bills if you or the kids developed some health problems.



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Rauville

07-21-2006 07:12:14




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to RustyFarmall, 07-21-2006 05:57:37  
Most portable dust collectors are priced at less than $150. Sears has one that is 3/4hp, with a 10ft. pickup hose.
I haven't used one, but if I was working in a attached garage, I would certainly consider it.



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RustyFarmall

07-21-2006 07:53:02




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Rauville, 07-21-2006 07:12:14  
I guess I was thinking of the systems that are permanently installed, kind of like a central vacuum system. I've only looked at those in catalogs from woodworking supply houses, and the prices are greatly inflated to the point of being ridiculous. I built my own sandblasting cabinet, and used one of my craftsman shop vacs as a dust collector. It does the job quite nicely.



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Allan In NE

07-21-2006 04:54:26




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUG1206, 07-21-2006 04:43:36  
Do you have a dead bolt lock on the garage door so she'll stay in the house? :>)

Allan



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EUGENE J. MARIER

07-21-2006 04:57:45




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Allan In NE, 07-21-2006 04:54:26  
Yes but I still would have to let her out occasionally to do the grocery shopping...



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Allan In NE

07-21-2006 05:01:13




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to EUGENE J. MARIER, 07-21-2006 04:57:45  
LOL!

I dunno, Pard. It does make a mess that's fer sure, especially the painting part.

Allan



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Allan In NE

07-21-2006 05:08:23




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Allan In NE, 07-21-2006 05:01:13  
Gene,

The wife is a doctor type. She says the lead concern was that young children would put the paint chips in their mouths.

Allan



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Colorado Curt

07-21-2006 07:20:36




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Allan In NE, 07-21-2006 05:08:23  
I work in the electronic industry and our company has spent tens of millions of dollars to remove all lead from our products, mainly in the form of solder. My opinion is that this has gone way to far and is an over reaction. My prediction is that 10 years from now we will be taking lead supplement pills because we don't have enough lead in our diets.



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Harley

07-21-2006 08:04:28




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Colorado Curt, 07-21-2006 07:20:36  
I think that time is already here bud, I been short of lead in my pencil for quite a while now. Think I'll go chew a bullet or something. Harley



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John in Aussie

07-21-2006 14:52:43




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Harley, 07-21-2006 08:04:28  
Good on Ya Harley, what a great reply it happens to all of us mate, have just started restoring a Super A this Forum is a great help thanks to you all.



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Allan In NE

07-21-2006 07:28:36




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 Re: Wire Brushing Old Iron in reply to Colorado Curt, 07-21-2006 07:20:36  
Yes Sir,

Humans are some strange animals. :>)

Allan



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