thinking of buying one. got a lot of greasy bolts to clean. any suggestion please. also what to use as a cleaning agent. tia.
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gzig5
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Get the biggest most powerful one you can afford. Wimpy one aren’t worth the effort. A heater is a plus. I usually run simple green or dawn in mine.
I would soak greasy hardware in solvent.
harrisonm
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I am all for buying new toys, I mean tools. But how many bolts do you have to do? A plastic dishpan, a little gas, and a brush (and some good gloves) will do an excellent job. Followed by hot soapy water and a new brush. That is how I clean them before tossing them in my blasting cabinet. If you have a LOT to do, go for the new tool. If not, you can save the money.
They arent cheap, if they are they arent good. Greasy parts are a no-go in them.
Do a search on here Rick, there are a few threads on them.
Do a search on here Rick, there are a few threads on them.
Bucket of 100LL with a piece of screen in the bottom to hold the hardware off the bottom. Throw them in and walk away...
The best way to go, in my humble opinion, is a rock tumbler. I've had a Thumblers Tumbler for years, to polish brass for reloading, and small parts for my '70 Swinger 340. I use small stainless pins to wet tumble them with a bit of Dawn and some Lemmieshine. I have a vibratory tumbler that uses walnut shells or corn cobb pieces I'll sell you for the cost of shipping. No BS, PM me if you want pictures or more information. Paul.
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