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Steffan

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Parts washer
« on: November 05, 2012, 07:02:14 PM »
I am thinking of investing in a parts washer - I was wondering what those who know think about the actual wash: solvent or non-solvent?

Thanks guys

Steff

squirrelciv

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #1 on: November 06, 2012, 06:53:15 AM »
Just whack it in the dishwasher when she's out mate ;)
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guest40

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #2 on: November 06, 2012, 07:29:53 AM »
I use Kero. (but not in the dishwasher) I have added some "other" alkaline degreaser to the kero and hope it will be compatable at about 6:1 ratio. I like to experiment.

The parts washer is the most used piece of equipment in my garage.
The 6 ton press the least.
Some of the equipment is even still in its boxes.........

Mark

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #3 on: November 06, 2012, 08:32:58 AM »
I am thinking of investing in a parts washer - I was wondering what those who know think about the actual wash: solvent or non-solvent?

Thanks guys

Steff

I wash my parts in the bathroom sink, I just use soap and water, I can imagine solvent will smart a bit. :o
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indiantim

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #4 on: November 06, 2012, 10:18:05 AM »
I use a water soluble solvent from Comma, it's easy to wash it off in warm soapy water afterwards.

Mark

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #5 on: November 06, 2012, 11:38:41 AM »
I use a water soluble solvent for my Cumma, it's easy to wash it off in warm soapy water afterwards.

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johnr

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #6 on: November 07, 2012, 12:34:53 AM »
ive just ordered a 10 litre ultrasonic cleaner, mainly for carbs looms small engine parts etc. having used someone elses, im staggered tha ive survived this long without one. although ive seen a plastic dustbin with a couple of orbital sanders strapped to its sides, and that was pretty spectacular in its results too!! ive a paraffin bath in the shed, its ok, but not quite powerful enough for my needs.

guest40

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Re: Parts washer
« Reply #7 on: November 07, 2012, 03:15:20 AM »
This could be useful too, There seems to be an abundace of high pressure hot air here sometimes.



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