intake manifold
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intake manifold
Last wek I posted about restoring my aluminum intake man.After removing it and some light cleaning I decided to at least try to do it my self. Can anybody recommend a cleaning agent that will remove the grime etc. especially around the bolt holes. thanks - george
Melting Slicks
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Re: intake manifold (backagain)
There are any number of de-greasing products available but before you get to degreasing, try removing the heavier crud by soaking it with mineral spirits (available at paint stores) and brushing it with a nylon brush. The mineral spirits will help break up the crud and wash it away, then the degreaser will work more effectively.
Be careful because some degreasers have corrosive agents!!
Be careful because some degreasers have corrosive agents!!
Drifting
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From: CA central coast
Re: intake manifold (Mac)
Spray on brake cleaner or carb cleaner and a scrub brush and rubber gloves, or buy enough of the clear liquid carb cleaner in cans to be able to partially submerge the manifold in a pan of cleaner and scrub the submerged part.
Melting Slicks
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From: The Garden Spot of the Garden State
Re: intake manifold (waynec)
...agree with these posts....LOTS of brake cleaner or 2+2 did a great job on my really ugly sb manifold
[Modified by Kid_Again, 7:25 AM 11/26/2002]
[Modified by Kid_Again, 7:25 AM 11/26/2002]
Melting Slicks
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From: Boston MA
Re: intake manifold (backagain)
Simple Green and various brushes, including an old toothbrush, di a great job on mine. You can also get aluminum cleaner - Naval Jelly. Check your local hardware store.
