I must be very fortunate, I just had a S-10 frame sandblasted, $95.00, two running boards, dashboard, front splash shield, 2 fenders $45.00.

I also have one of the 20 gal sandblasters and I use shifted play sand in it. $2.35 for 50 lb bag. It works great for the smaller things like rims. I've used it to blast complete trucks before. Including on 6X6 5 1/2 ton truck. I have found that the play sand from Home Depot works best.

No better smell than that of fresh paint. I've been building and painting cars/trucks for 47 years. Not gonna stop now.
http://www.coxcustomcars.com/