Elite Vapor Honing provides precision surface restoration services for automotive, motorcycle, and specialty metal components.

Each project is evaluated individually to determine the best combination of cleaning, blasting, and finishing processes. The shop uses a combination of vapor honing, dry media blasting, ultrasonic cleaning, heated degreasing, and protective coatings to restore parts while preserving critical dimensions and surface detail.

Below are the primary services offered.

Vapor Honing / Wet Blasting

Vapor honing (wet blasting) is the primary restoration process used for aluminum and metal components. The process uses a water and media slurry to gently clean and refine the surface while producing a smooth satin finish.

This process is ideal for restoring oxidized aluminum parts such as engine cases, carburetors, intake manifolds, brackets, and other precision mechanical components.

Dry blasting is used for surface preparation, coating removal, and heavier contamination that may not be suitable for vapor honing alone. Multiple blasting media are available depending on the material and the condition of the part.

Common media include glass bead, aluminum oxide, garnet, walnut shell, soda, and crushed glass. Each media type is selected based on the desired finish and level of cleaning required.

Cerakote MC-5100 clear ceramic coating is available for projects requiring long-term protection and finish preservation. This UV-stable coating seals and protects vapor honed aluminum while maintaining the natural appearance of the metal.

Cerakote is commonly used on high-end restorations, concours vehicles, and specialty components where corrosion protection and finish durability are important.

Custom 3D printing services are available for functional parts, prototypes, and specialty components. This can include replacement parts, custom brackets, mounts, and other fabricated components used in automotive, mechanical, or workshop applications.

3D printing allows rapid development of custom parts that may no longer be available or that require a specialized design.