SwampWolf
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Be it crushed corn cobs or crushed walnut shells, the prices in my lgs range from $17.00 to $20.00 per container for tumbler media. Anybody have any suggestions or ideas for a simple, cheaper "homemade" alternative? Thanks.
Not wanting a debate
Greasy oily case lubes ruin conventional
vibratory case media really fast
The eco-friendly paper-based cat litter works pretty good for cleaning and isn’t too dusty. The Febreeze scent is kinda niceBe it crushed corn cobs or crushed walnut shells, the prices in my lgs range from $17.00 to $20.00 per container for tumbler media. Anybody have any suggestions or ideas for a simple, cheaper "homemade" alternative? Thanks.
As Rule3 said.
I prefer the 20-40 grit since it will flow through most all primer holes. Buying blast media is the best. 40# bags will last you a life time. I normally split it up with others needing it. Pet media may be cheaper but it's scrap that is left over after all the good is removed.
I use a Frankford vibrating tumbler and it works about as fast as corn cob but it soaks up grease and muck better. In my experience it’s the cheapest stuff that works best.Thanks everyone for the helpful suggestions. Using kitty litter or its "equivalent", does it make much difference if you're using a tumbler or a vibrator (in terms of speed, degree of "polish" or both)?
If you use sand you will end up with fine silica dust and that is a nono to breath in. About as bad as asbestos for your lungs. That would be the last thing I tried, seriously!Anybody ever try using sand?
Definitely not. I don’t use clay litter either. The really cheap paper pellets work pretty good. My FIL turned me onto that cheat.Anybody ever try using sand?