cleaning solvents

So I got two short blocks (plus heads, jugs, etc) when I bought my Special, and it’s always been my intention to just “maintain” the engine that’s currently in my bike, and do a complete teardown and rebuild with one of my spares. That way I can eventually have a nice solid mill, good...

Like the title says. What are your at home procedures, tips, tricks, products etc. I am currently doing an overhaul on my engine at home. Changing all the gaskets and seals etc. Looking to make her nice and clean again. Just looking for some advice on what you guys do at home. I will be...

I am thinking about undertaking the creation of an ultrasonic cleaning machine. I have seen a lot of web articles (like this one) that suggest the use of a linear amplifier, some ultrasonic transducers, a computer sound card and some RCA cables. I am posting here, because I just don't...

When cleaning aluminum parts, what's the preferred methods and materials to use? Soap & water? Solvents to use on Aluminum? Solvents not to use? I have MEK, Acetone, Kerosene, Diesel, Yamaha Carb Cleaner Dip, etc. Any recommendations on types of brush materials to use or not to use...