Same stuff I've been using.I found this Zep orange cleaner at Tractor Supply. The label said it was appropriate for aluminum. I diluted it about 2 to 1. I believe this is the result I was looking for.
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Same stuff I've been using.I found this Zep orange cleaner at Tractor Supply. The label said it was appropriate for aluminum. I diluted it about 2 to 1. I believe this is the result I was looking for.
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Do you mix the Simple Green Extreme 50/50 with water or do you you use it full strength.I use Simple Green Extreme (for Aircraft) will not turn Aluminum back and also white vinegar.
I use 1:15. For some reason it needs some water. Extreme is a LOT stronger then regular. You need to wear gloves.Do you mix the Simple Green Extreme 50/50 with water or do you you use it full strength.
That’s about the price that I paid for mine. Unfortunately it is not well labelled. It was the solution they sold with the machine.Sorry I forgot to post what I use. 6-8oz per gal
https://www.sharpertek.com/12decacl.html
I'll be doing carburetors in the next few weeks. The Zep citrus cleaner did a very good job on my engine parts and there was no sign of caustic reaction with aluminum alloy. I expect what @OHRider is using is more effective, but at higher price point.Do the Zep and Simple Green products clean off varnish and other deposits left on carb parts from old evaporated gasoline and especially gasoline with ethanol?
Which is 1 and which is 15 ?I use 1:15. For some reason it needs some water. Extreme is a LOT stronger then regular. You need to wear gloves.
1 part solution to 15 parts water.Which is 1 and which is 15 ?
Sorry for my lack of knowledge
Resurrecting an old thread. Well, it would seem that the general consensus these days is the best way to clean, for instance, carburetors is an ultrasonic bath. So I have splashed out, so to speak.
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Six litre bath - about 12 x 6 x6", the basket is slightly smaller than that, but should be plenty of room for a carb, or pistons, or sundry other engine parts.
Been reading up on solution to use. People like coin collectors seem to go for 50:50 white vinegar and a few drops of wash-up liquid. Some people use water and a spoonful of baking soda. But I've erred on the side of prudence and ordered some carb and machine parts cleaning solution:
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Stated to be safe on brass, aluminium and other reactive metals. 5 litres, dilute 10:1, should last for ages. Unless I keep thinking of things that need ultrasonic cleaning. Or Mrs does . . .
Nice one! You're gonna love it. I use mine all the time, great for carbs!Resurrecting an old thread. Well, it would seem that the general consensus these days is the best way to clean, for instance, carburetors is an ultrasonic bath. So I have splashed out, so to speak.
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Six litre bath - about 12 x 6 x6", the basket is slightly smaller than that, but should be plenty of room for a carb, or pistons, or sundry other engine parts.
Been reading up on solution to use. People like coin collectors seem to go for 50:50 white vinegar and a few drops of wash-up liquid. Some people use water and a spoonful of baking soda. But I've erred on the side of prudence and ordered some carb and machine parts cleaning solution:
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Stated to be safe on brass, aluminium and other reactive metals. 5 litres, dilute 10:1, should last for ages. Unless I keep thinking of things that need ultrasonic cleaning. Or Mrs does . . .