Motor degreasing

[DB90]

So, I've begun my journey into building my chopper. I have stripped the frame and taken the motor out. I've been dealing with a pretty severe pushrod leak that has left the left side and bottom of the motor disgustingly gunk'd up.

I am working with an '80 XS Special. So, my question is, is there anything that I should not get engine degreaser on or am I safe to spray down everything in the pushrod area and underneath the motor?

I've searched and not found much on this topic. Mostly just what products to use. Thank you!

 

[Jim]

Make sure the pushrod stays in place so you don't squirt inside the tranny. I wouldn't hit the alternator directly either. Other than that... hose it down.

 

[DB90]

Cool! I figured everything in that area would be pretty safe to hose down, aside from the electronics In the area. Thanks!