My DIY redneck parts washer

[Chris J.]

Brake Clean works best. Its the super degreaser. Or even carb spray to.
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How well does Brakekleen / brake cleaner work compared to straight purple cleaner? I've never tried it, but if brake cleaner does a really good job on seriously stubborn grunge it might be worth the extra $$.

 

[ShermanC]

the best cleaning agent(s)

Ive had experience many years ago with Brake Kleen...it is effective but hard on hands.
When I read about the purple stuff I wondered about Simple Green that I have not used.
One solvent I started using last year is Seafoam's DEEP CREEP. It is packed in aerosol can and very effective. Just a little bit will do a good job.
One of my good mechanic friends swears by PB Blaster.

Feedback?

 

[knockbill]

my buddy brought his snow blower over a couple storms ago because it wouldn't start, i didn't have any carb cleaner, and i tried pb blaster,,, that stuff melted teh grunge in teh carb instantly, i was really impressed... it started right up...

 

[fidiro]

Brake cleaner works great on stubborn grime. Just wouldn't use it on anything that was just running and still hot. Let equipment cool down before using.