Best degreaser?
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Ocala, Fl. State of Confusion
Best degreaser?
This really isn't a question about my 02 'vert for now, but the answer could help someone (like me) doing the same thing on their 'vette at another time.
I am rebuilding a '70 Triumph motorcycle and am having a hell of a time finding a good degreaser. For non painted parts, I've tried paint thinner Gunk degreaser, CLR, brake cleaner, etc. The CLR works the best but needs some improvement. For painted parts, I've tried the Gunk, brake cleaner, concentrated degreaser for the parts washer, and anything else lying around. Nothing does a good job.
I am at the point that I am polishing the grime off at the grinding wheel on the nuts, bolts, etc. and have no good alternative for the painted stuff. What do you guys use? Any miracle degreasers out there?
Thanks.
I am rebuilding a '70 Triumph motorcycle and am having a hell of a time finding a good degreaser. For non painted parts, I've tried paint thinner Gunk degreaser, CLR, brake cleaner, etc. The CLR works the best but needs some improvement. For painted parts, I've tried the Gunk, brake cleaner, concentrated degreaser for the parts washer, and anything else lying around. Nothing does a good job.
I am at the point that I am polishing the grime off at the grinding wheel on the nuts, bolts, etc. and have no good alternative for the painted stuff. What do you guys use? Any miracle degreasers out there?
Thanks.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2001
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From: San Antonio Texas
I've had good luck using a soft bristled brush (very soft so it doesn't scratch the paint) and Dawn dishwashing soap with hot water.
Sometimes you have to soak the parts for a while in real hot water to loosen things up. Takes some extra time and effort, but it does work
Sometimes you have to soak the parts for a while in real hot water to loosen things up. Takes some extra time and effort, but it does work
Pro
Joined: May 2002
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From: Nashville TN
Engine cleaner from Griots garage is the best stuffs. It doesn't eat up your paint job and it will bring back the original oem shine. This stuff doesn't leave any film or oxidation at all. I hope this help you guys
Tony
Tony
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Ocala, Fl. State of Confusion
Pewter - What is the exact name of and where can you buy the purple stuff?
TNT - Where can you get the stuff from Griots garage? I will do a search in the mean time.
Thanks again.
TNT - Where can you get the stuff from Griots garage? I will do a search in the mean time.
Thanks again.
