Dry Ice Blasting 1993 Porsche 911 RS America

Back in 1993, Porsche was struggling to sell the 964 generation 911. And while Europe received the very rare and fast RS version, that particular car was off limits for the US given smog regulations. In an attempt to placate the PCA purists, Porsche offered the RS America, basically a cheaper, stripped down version of the 964, but with a wing and some nice suspension parts. These cars have really come into their own and are slightly rare given most of them were tracked and abused.

This Red RSA is a nicely preserved example. The only thing not clean was the underbody. We used our Dry Ice Blasting process to thoroughly clean the bottom of this RSA to remove all the failed cosmoline coating and reveal the beauty underneath. Now this RSA is ready for another 30 years of Porsche greatness!

The Ultimate Dry Ice Cleaning

Thirty years ago, preserving or restoring a collector car required complete disassembly, prep of each part, and reassembly back to like new spec. The cars were simple, and the components primitive and plentiful.

Fast forward to today, the complexity and lack of replacement parts create an entirely new challenge. The 70's, 80's and 90's era cars collectors are chasing today utilize complex electromechanical systems that require a completely new approach. Plastic materials, delicate computer modules and special coatings from these eras will not survive the harsh chemicals and cleaning methods used in the past, not to mention the current desire to preserve these artifacts instead of taking them apart risking witness marks and/or damage in the process. How will we clean, preserve, and protect these collectibles?

Fortunately, preservation technology and innovation advanced to solve this problem. Dry Ice cleaning offers a way to clean complex automotive surfaces and parts, no disassembly required. A highly trained Dry Ice professional (Dryce®) will remove years of grime from the underbody, engine bay, jambs, external body trim, and interior without disturbing the original factory build or finishes. Often mistaken as a form of abrasive blasting, a properly equipped Dryce® system and trained operator will not harm the finish, gloss or factory build in the cleaning process. In fact, in many cases a Dryce® service can rejuvenate and restore the original look. Utilizing the best methods, along with proven systems and equipment, the Dryce® team will deliver an exceptional and previously unobtainable result.

Unlike traditional pressure washing or steam detailing, the Dryce® process is 100% waterless and dry. The Dryce® process will not introduce moisture into sensitive metal parts and/or electronic parts that may rust or corrode later. In many cases, vehicles produced within the last 20 years have labels warning that pressure washers cannot be used in the engine bays due to risk of damaging sensitive parts.

Ready to preserve your collector car? Check out www.R20Motorsports.com for more information and to connect with us as R20 is a member of the Dryce network of Dry Ice Cleaning companies.

R20 Motorsports: www.R20Motorsports.com

Ice Blaster from ColdJet: https://www.coldjet.com/our-equipment/dry-ice-blasting-equipment/aero2-series/aero2-pcs-60/

Compressor from Kaeser Compressor: https://us.kaeser.com/products-and-solutions/rotary-screw-compressors/direct-drive/

Tools from Sonic Tools: https://sonictoolsusa.com

Supplies from:

The Rag Company: https://theragcompany.com.
Obsessed Garage: https://www.obsessedgarage.com/

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