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putt@webtv.net - 10 Mar 2007 15:30 GMT

I replaced a leaking valve cover gasket and I also intend to replace the
pushrod cover gasket. (300cid/6cyl) Over the life of this engine(27yr)
a build-up of oil/grime/junk has accumulated. I used to pressure wash
it occasionally, but.....I slacked off some. Any recommendations for a
strong degreaser that will loosen/melt this gunk? I have a pressure
washer/1700psi...cold water only. A steamer would be good, but, no got!
BTW: valve train is black, but not a hint of sludge/junk. Thanks

Dave S(Texas)

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I. Care - 10 Mar 2007 17:45 GMT

> <SNIP> Any recommendations for a
> strong degreaser that will loosen/melt this gunk? Thanks
>
> Dave S(Texas)
>

I would not use 1700psi to clean an engine, even on the outside. There
is too much chance of blowing something loose or forcing water inside a
part, connector etc which will corrode. I have been using a product
called Super Clean which comes in a standard spray bottle and works
really well. Then wash off with low pressure water.

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Clay - 11 Mar 2007 00:32 GMT

FLOW-AWAY from Kano Labs works very well. If you are careful you can
use kerosene.

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putt@webtv.net - 11 Mar 2007 14:05 GMT

>FLOW-AWAY from Kano Labs works
> very well. If you are careful you can use
> kerosene.

I'll look for F-W. Kerosene...back in the day, I used that all the
time, but I think I've had enough of that odor now...lol Paint thinner
is pretty-much the same formula, but then again the odor
'lingers'...thanks

Dave S(Texas)

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putt@webtv.net - 11 Mar 2007 13:56 GMT

>Super Clean?

Is that a product from Castrol? If so, I used to use that and it's very
good, but I can't find it anymore.....thanks

Dave S(Texas)

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Ford Tech - 12 Mar 2007 06:57 GMT

> >Super Clean?
>
> Is that a product from Castrol? If so, I used to use that and it's very
> good, but I can't find it anymore.....thanks
>
> Dave S(Texas)

Actually its available at Wal-Mart (look in automotive around the other
degreasers) for about $5 a gallon in the concentrated form. I use it to
clean the grease out of my clothes after I have been working on a vehicle
around the house.. It works GREAT.. Especially if you let it sit a while..

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David M - 11 Mar 2007 15:38 GMT

On Sat, 10 Mar 2007 09:30:37 -0600, putt rearranged some electrons to
form:

> I replaced a leaking valve cover gasket and I also intend to replace the
> pushrod cover gasket. (300cid/6cyl) Over the life of this engine(27yr)
[quoted text clipped - 5 lines]
>
> Dave S(Texas)

The purple degreaser that can be found under various names at most auto
parts stores isn't too bad. Spray it on full strength and let it sit a
while. Caution: don't do it over any surface (i.e. that new concrete
driveway) you don't want to mess up..

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putt@webtv.net - 12 Mar 2007 14:23 GMT

>Caution: don't do it over any surface (i.e.
> that new concrete driveway) you don't
> want to mess up..

I found a spray by Autocrafters for $1/can. Bought one whole
can.....Gunk brand was $3....and followed the instuctions. Hosed the
engine down after the waiting period and VOILA! All the nasty gone! I
was/still am amazed! I'll buy anothe can!!

The Gunk brand was expensive to begin with, but what puzzled me was the
method used. The stuff was a gel and the engine had to be stone-cold.
That's as far as I got reading the instructions. I'm sure it's good,
but my dollar was well spent.

As an added bonus, the off-fall cleaned my driveway too! What great
stuff! lol

Dave S(Texas)

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