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Degreasing an engine - what do you recommend ?

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by noah scott, Apr 26, 2022.

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    noah scott Member

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    Engine had a pretty bad leak before I got it and have a feeling it ran for awhile and caked on there. What would you recommend to clean this up? I've fixed the leak and would like this thing to be clean before i get it back on the road as it just looks gross.
    Before i start going into product after product, i'd like to see what you guys suggest as far as cleaners go and how you've used them for things like this.

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    noah scott, Apr 26, 2022
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    jayrodoh YimYam

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    Simple green and a stiff non-metal brush works wonders. Toothbrush for all the little spots.

    Here was mine after that step:

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    gorgeous!
     
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    Simple Green and a small brush as stated is great for degreasing. Just be careful not leave it on paint for long periods of time, as it will dissolve some paints.

    I use it in model building to strip paint....
     
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