Contour SCT Tips & Tricks - Strip Paint, Rust, Bondo & More! Eastwood

The Contour SCT is revolutionizing the way you strip paint, rust & more off your car. Watch Matt go over some tips and tricks while using the Contour SCT!
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The Eastwood Contour SCT™ is a ruggedly built tool designed for many years of service.
Fully adjustable RPM range from 1000-3700
Powerful 9 Amp double insulated motor
6 Speed position rotary knob
Includes one 4 inch wide by 4 inch diameter finishing drum
Ready for any paint or rust stripping project, it features a drum guard enclosure and a rigidly mounted “D” handle for maximum safety. A high-torque, ball bearing supported motor and hardened spur gears provide smooth operation and long life. Speed is easily controlled with a 6 position rotary knob and ON/OFF trigger control.
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[@jackleevers5632]

I'm a disabled Vet, and my hands can't handle using heavy tools for more than a few minutes at a time. This tool is lightweight, and I can tell the design will be much easier for me to use. I believe this tool is a must for every home enthusiast! I haven't had the chance to use on yet, and I can't wait... I'm really looking forward to using this tool!

[@CoroPlanesLLC]

Oh.... For crying out loud Matt.... You have the handle on the machine backwards. It is suppose to arch forward, over the drum... your working too hard with it the way you have it because you lost the leverage the curve was intended to provide! Great tool by the way. Absolutely LOVE this thing

[@andrewwilson8317]

I have just purchased one and impressed with it. One thing I would add is that it is hard work to use and after an hour of use you know you been working! I bought a wire brush drum for it from a seller on eBay and to see it in action is amazing. The SCT is not scared of hard work! You can really work it as hard as you can and it just shrugs it off. You don't need a gym subscription when you using this tool,cancel gym and but one with the money!?. One of the best tools to come onto the market in years.

[@andrewwilson8317]

The only problem with the SCT is getting it back from friends who have borrowed it to see what it is like to use! So far everyone has been very reluctant to give it back,they love it! Owning one makes you very popular with your car owning friends.

[@eastwoodco]

Awesome. Love to hear from Real Eastwood Guys!

[@stuntdrvr]

In 35 min..I would of love to have seen a bare metal panel

[@jason5.565]

Where was this tool when I was doing a lot of body work in the late 80's and early 90's!!!! I need to get one before I start my next project.

[@frankmora8336]

First off I bought the Contour SCT when it first came out with Eastwood. Love it! I think Matt could have talked less and more time demontrating the SCT. I would share but dont think my friends could sit for 33 minutes watching him drum about 2 square feet of fender. He would have run the SCT up and down the fender this way keeping the drum a lot more flatter. He was going left to right on the top of the fender which has more contour there, I thought he was going to switch in that direction when he talked about the edges going off the fender. You definetly can tell when he showed the drum with the sand paper only the center used. Matt needs to carry spare shirts as he had a hole on the bottom. Not good for a live feed Best to use the SCT in the direction that is the most flattest. Still can do contour areas as Matt deminstrated. Buy one you. Well worth the cost.

[@hdflame]

I’m not really impressed. I expected after 35 minutes to see a bare panel. At the rate he’s going it would take a 40 hour work week to prep that one panel!

[@ward26102]

@@hdflame perhaps because he talked for 30 out of the 35 minutes. It's more of a simple demonstration of the tool and wheel options than a real demo.

[@smash72cutlass30]

I use a strong furniture stripper, paint it on scrap it off down to metal with a simple bondo blade. Your ready for 800 grit paper that fast. Takes 15 min to bubble paint

[@tommyflores1380]

I've GOT to get one of these for the work on my '35 International!

[@dirkdiggler5821]

Great. I'm getting the Metabo version.

[@66mybeat]

Shared. Great tool Eastwood. Now make the wheels more affordable!!!

[@docholiday1034]

No kidding

[@andrewwilson8317]

As an asides I also clip my dust extractor to the handle to extract the dust.works very well. I have used a light spritz of water to stop sanding belts clogging up and have a lump of what looks like latex that cleans clogged belts by rubbing them when it's running. Not sure who makes it as picked it up after a demonstration at a restoration show a couple of years ago.

[@A1Cebling]

Shared on facebook, this would be awesome for my 1971 Datsun 240z build. It's my first real project car and I'm documenting the whole thing on youtube. I plan on painting it in the next couple months and this would be perfect to prepare the metal for paint.

[@nikog4071]

thi is a bad ass tool i need one seriously it will save alot of time taking the paint and bondo off belive me i worked with one my buddy has so i need one bad

[@dankomartek2145]

Shared I really need one of these

[@Monacomaverick]

I just got this and the box shows the handle being mounted the other way.

[@smash72cutlass30]

It's limited to large pieces of metal. Great for hoods and fenders. Not great on contoured floor pans and tight spaces.

[@darquone2238]

I disagree that it is limited to large pieces of metal. I turn mine over and use it as a stationary tool to do small parts (just be aware, if you use the wire drum, it bites like hell). Has done a great job on smaller pieces and really cut the time down

[@ralliartadventures7938]

Shared to Facebook I would love one for my 96 gmc restoration

[@jacobaguilar6756]

How is it that I could smell the grinding of that fender haha 🤣 I absolutely love the SCT I own one but this lacquer paint explains exactly why you use aircraft striper for ridding yourself of it!

[@Wilsonwillfixit]

Looking at these tools gets me excited to work on my car 😬

[@NewWorldHoarder]

Yep he’s an idiot

[@nuclearbum9858]

i need this thing so bad!!!!

[@skeetwheeler5449]

Nice tool.

[@dirkdiggler5821]

Enjoyed the demonstration

[@alvingregory9940]

shared it on fb I need one bad!!!!!

[@machinesmotorcycles5511]

Where is your dust mask ?

[@json707]

He’s high as hell man giving false information... that’s his excuse

[@sleeks9939]

I shared it on Facebook and they went wild for it.

[@vendelet]

Can I use this to exfoliate?

[@xraven1331]

shared to pinterest. would love to have one of these for my 84 monte carlo

[@nobleabrasivepolishingproducts]

I want to know what is the use of rubber drum

[@jeffpolsene680]

One problem with this tool, is that it weighs a bunch. After a short time using this thing, your arms feel the fatigue and that can be an issue.

[@cloudrehzii]

What do you guys recommend for cracks and corners you can’t get to with any tool ??

[@eastwoodco]

Die grinder anywhere it fits. Media blaster. Paint stripper. Scotchbrite pad and elbow grease. 💪

[@GuitarGemme]

Excellent product

[@dgzee66]

Nice tool could use one on my dad's 49 Chevy shared on Facebook

[@kennethbryant4979]

Can you get it from a flat send

[@ianmorado8865]

Darn! I am 2 years too late to qualify for the share give-away! I just came to obsess and dream. SCT one day you'll be mine! One. Day.

[@herbdubose9169]

Will it clog the wheel up how to clean up

[@lawrenceanderson2240]

How to you do door jams and concave our concourse

[@Loach461]

If I share this, is the Free SCT still on the table?

[@tracycolorado]

thanks , shared on facebook

[@lochnessfox3441]

Hi Matt. I’m a great fan of yours. I’ve been watching you use this tool for a while. Is it as good as it looks. And also how much and where can I purchase this thing?

[@skeetwheeler5449]

Nice.

[@iskandre]

Still waiting for the 220/230v version. Any chance?

[@optimusprimo2012]

I want it!

[@lanceadams2136]

looks good ! Shared

[@danmefford3966]

I would like to see a demonstration with the buffing methods with the SCT... I have the SCT and love it but haven't really got into finishing and polishing with this or any other machine... Regards, keep up the great videos...

[@eastwoodco]

Here's a short video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpbcqmVtgseDfbM

[@danmefford3966]

Eastwood Company I had seen this; kinda wondering what the paste is they are using in that video. Thx for getting back!

[@eastwoodco]

I believe it's AutoSol Polish: www.eastwood.com/autosol-metal-polish.html

[@danmefford3966]

Eastwood Company: Thx, I will check it out.

[@terrygreen2243]

your tool needs a place to hook your shop vac . use airplane stripper then your tool

[@heavychevy383]

question... if im doin a section at a time, & im gonna let it sit in the garage for a week or two till i get back at it, what type of primer would u recommend to keep the naked metal from flash rusting while its sittin dormant?

[@eastwoodco]

If you want to use primer, put Epoxy Primer on the bare metal. If you're just looking to keep an area flash rusting until you can cover the entire project in epoxy primer, use After Blast - www.eastwood.com/ew-after-blast.html

[@nathanielhallman314]

do they have a bag for the dust

[@eastwoodco]

No bag at this time.

[@dman8925]

who won this guy?

[@mccluremetalworks4214]

Only drawback I have noticed,the drums are expensive and wear out quick

[@andyjones9386]

That's exactly what I've been wondering.I've tried all sorts of discs,wire wheels, abrasive wheels and pads and none of them last very long.

[@NewWorldHoarder]

Exactly, moderately priced tool with a money pit in the dedicated media to keep it running. I don’t see how it solves any problems that exist.

[@marcosvlogzz5286]

How long do the drums last usually

[@eastwoodco]

Unfortunately, we do not have an estimated life of these drums due to the extremely variable conditions these can be applied to.

[@rockinpip4212]

i have some rust on the roof of my toyota truck would you recommend those black disks over a wire wheel and if so after you get it down to bare metal is the next step primer or is there something else before primer?This is factory paint on my truck by the way,thank you

[@eastwoodco]

The Contour SCT is great, especially with the black stripping discs. When it's down to bare metal, prep with Pre Paint Prep than apply Epoxy Primer. If you can't get it down to bare metal, you could try using the Eastwood Small Job Blast System to remove the remaining rust or apply Rust Encapsulator to those areas.

[@mariomarquez9263]

what kind of additive you add once bare metal to prevent any surface rust?

[@eastwoodco]

www.eastwood.com/rust-remover-eastwood-fast-etch.html

[@frankspera9588]

How can i get that machine in Uganda Africa

[@kblume1]

Great tool, I need one. Kevin

[@lyndelllyon754]

How much are they please

[@eastwoodco]

www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sct.html

[@charlieford1157]

Those drums are not cheap so my question is how durable are they. How many will it take to complete a vehicle? Looks like a great tool but expensive to complete a car. Maybe only reserved for limited use. So if you stripped that camaro in background how many pads did you go through?

[@eastwoodco]

This video may provide the answers you need: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYm0YoFnlrSGoac

[@docholiday1034]

Expensive and annoying if you didnt order a few wheels. If only doing 1 or 2 cars....better off sending it out....

[@alexw3875]

How many of those abrasive drums would the tool eat up say on an entire car?

[@eastwoodco]

This video may answer some questions, plus there is a link to another video at the end: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYm0YoFnlrSGoac

[@littlewazz]

can this be used on wood to strip paint as well?

[@eastwoodco]

Yes it can and there are numerous drums to choose from to do the best job.

[@holmescustoms627]

wow you knocked some surface rust off and it didn't touch the paint....seems like you'd have to sit on the metal too long to do anything significant, I'll stick with the big wheel

[@peterchesney5923]

Why doesn't my tool that looks just like that not strip the paint do you have to do a pretreatment

[@jackleevers5632]

Is the sandpaper on the expanded drums replaceable?

[@eastwoodco]

Yes. A few grits are available also.

[@bartpickles7476]

Good morning I live in BC Canada. Where can I buy this tool? Thank you

[@eastwoodco]

www.eastwood.com/distributor_intl

[@goldpicker100]

this thing looks great its good if you don't have the money to blast your car on my list for 2017 to buy

[@apacheone3643]

Heard people complaining about the side drive belt and bearings wearing out after about 200 uses.

[@eastwoodco]

The Contour SCT is not a belt drive. It's gear drive. They were probably talking about some off-brand knock-off that isn't even made for cars.

[@apacheone3643]

Eastwood Company OTHER techs within my building were saying the Eastwood sander fails it is second hand info but it was from creditable source who is a fellow car enthusiast that restore his own cars.Also I am in Industry AUTO /DIESEL MASTER TECH 39 YEARS I have not used this grinder,but I am looking into one and only buy quality tools. My projects I am restoring a 84 GRAND PRIX And a 99 GRAND prix GTP this summer. The history of the 99 it has to be strip due to a body shop that cut corners and who is out of business.I will most likely be getting one soon as I am building my shopping list.Lol

[@eastwoodco]

The Contour SCT is a incredibly popular tool and there are a lot of great testimonials on our site. Also, here's a video that shows the gear drive (1:50 mark). kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5Lai4qJfrqqhrcm50s

[@apacheone3643]

Eastwood Company This is fine that it's gear drive now the million dollar question is, IS it a wet drive train or grease driven system?If it is a dry system what is the life span of the gears ? Are they Teflon coated? Also the motor does it have removable brushes? I may have more QUESTIONS but after these are answered.

[@OLDTIME47]

that tool sucks, watching video, i do better with my da sander and 80 grit for a fender like that.

[@docholiday1034]

Sits in the tool box...costs to much to use.... ( drums) to bad 😕 i like it but cheaper easier ways

[@dman8925]

shared of fb

[@aarondubbert9855]

Overall very unimpressed, and I already bought one unfortunately.

[@eastwoodco]

We're sorry that you're not happy with your purchase - you can always reach out to customer service for additional support 800-343-9353 and the SCT comes with a 3 year warranty as well if there's an issue.

[@carltrustrum8858]

maybe he should unplug it.nice unit.

[@frankmora8336]

Also ear protection for the ears and at least a paper mask. Matt talk less this way.