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| PeeGreen 914 |
 Nov 13 2008, 08:22 PM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol  Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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A big bucket of bleach and amonia (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
NO DON'T... I was joking (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Well, unless you want to die (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) I use a parts washer that is like a very hot dishwasher. I has worked very well for all my parts. I believe most machine shops have these and they will do it for a fee. You should try what the Doc is telling you though. I'd be interested in seeing how easy off goes. |
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| Tom |
Nov 13 2008, 09:15 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,139 Joined: 21-August 05 From: Port Orchard, WA 98367 Member No.: 4,626 Region Association: None |
When my engine + trans were out, I used DAWN Power Degreaser. Blue spray bottle. Use gloves as it will remove your skin oil. It comes out as a gel, so it is stays on pretty long as you use a brush on it. Rinsed off with garden hose. I was really surprised at how well it turned out. Careful- it will remove paint some also.
Made the aluminum shine like new. Tom |
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| Lou W |
Nov 13 2008, 09:25 PM
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"Here Kitty Kitty" my ass...... Group: Members Posts: 4,109 Joined: 9-May 04 From: Roseburg, OR. Member No.: 2,039 Region Association: Spain |
This is what I use;
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| Pat Garvey |
Nov 13 2008, 09:27 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
Whether you use Simple Green, Easy Off, Purple stuff, Naptha, Brake Cleaner, Acetone (my choice), Toluene (not recommended!) - be sure you have protective hand, eye protection & a respirator - not a dust mask! Have plenty of fresh air & no source of spark for the flammable things (especially Acetone). Be careful boys & girls. Some of this stuff is BAD! Though it works.
Had my best luck with Acetone, but wouldn't do it again. Also had decent luck with brake cleaner & lots of teeny brushes & q-tips - safer. When you have the case(s) nice & clean, do not attempt to polish them. I once spent 2 entire days with a dremel and simichrome on a clean engine. Looked like chrome when I was finished (I have pics around here somewhere...). Covered it up for 2 months & came back to get - oxidized to the gray patina it had in the first place. Wasted effort. Pat |
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| Pat Garvey |
Nov 13 2008, 09:36 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(Phoenix 914-6GT @ Nov 13 2008, 09:22 PM)  A big bucket of bleach and amonia (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) NO DON'T... I was joking (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Well, unless you want to die (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) I use a parts washer that is like a very hot dishwasher. I has worked very well for all my parts. I believe most machine shops have these and they will do it for a fee. You should try what the Doc is telling you though. I'd be interested in seeing how easy off goes. Yeah, but the bleach & ammonia give you a REAL Goth look. You know, blue lips & fingernails. Oh, I forgot, that's because you've been inhaling Chlorine gas, which wreaks havoc on the Oxygen in your body. That means - you will probably die! So don't do it. I actually had this happen to me in the early 70's (amongst many other "things"), when I worked for a division of Kodak. Had a chlorine gas leak in the lab early one morning. Still remember vividly the smell & knew immediately I was in trouble. Lots of O2 later & several hours later I lived. If I'd been alone that morning I would've never made it to fresh air. One more reason I changed from chemist to bean counter. |
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| FourBlades |
Nov 14 2008, 07:53 AM
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From Wreck to Rockin Group: Members Posts: 2,055 Joined: 3-December 07 From: Brevard, FL Member No.: 8,414 Region Association: South East States
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Anyone ever try Boeshield on their aluminum and magnesium? They use it on aircraft. It is also popular with boaters. I think it is also a kind of sprayable wax. I just cleaned up my fan case using purple power, brake cleaner and nylon brushes. A real PITA and the case is a dark gray color now. I may powdercoat it if the local shop can do magnesium. John |
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| chris914 |
Nov 14 2008, 09:40 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 489 Joined: 24-July 04 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 2,393 Region Association: Southern California |
I use Simple Green and the hose connected to the sink in the garage to get hot water. The hot water makes a world of difference! You have to have a good hose and a metal nozzle that will not melt. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Also using hot water will cause the water to dry faster. |
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| hwgunner |
Nov 15 2008, 07:14 PM
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914 Parts @ Discount Prices 800.321.5432 Group: Members Posts: 1,714 Joined: 11-November 04 From: Santa Maria, Ca Member No.: 3,095 Region Association: None |
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| orcadigital |
Nov 16 2008, 03:24 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 59 Joined: 1-November 05 From: Elizabeth, CO Member No.: 5,043 |
The only clean 914 drivetrain is one not yet installed...
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