Parts Cleaners - New to the concept, Very confusing - Tide Pods? Really? Options

[ctc911ctc]

All,

I started cleaning parts. In the old days: Coffee Can, gas or similar, let it sit, pour it out and done.

My sons bought me a ultrasonic heated parts cleaner - 1/2 gallon size.

It came with mysterious white powder, not sure it does anything,

I then watched a video on the best agent to put in your ultrasonic parts cleaner, price vs. effectiveness and the winner was Tide Pods!

For 914 re builders - what do you use to get the best parts results - grime and rust are our enemies.

What should I use for my 914 parts! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

[914sgofast2]

I have found that Dawn dishwashing liquid soap works the best for simply removing oil and grease from parts. Just add some to hot water and let it go to work.
If you a Harbor Freight ultrasonic parts cleaner, be careful because they can get overheated if you use them continuously.

[930cabman]

I have found that Dawn dishwashing liquid soap works the best for simply removing oil and grease from parts. Just add some to hot water and let it go to work.
If you a Harbor Freight ultrasonic parts cleaner, be careful because they can get overheated if you use them continuously.

cleans ducks too

I have also found Dawn cleans everything, including your hair if/when it gets drenched with gear oil