Same. Citrus degreaser works too. For small parts I have two large tin cans, one that is a close fit inside the other. The bottom of the inner can is drilled full of 1/8" holes. Kinda like a pasta pot. I dump solvent in and the small parts let them soak, sloosh them around (they knock the crud off each other) and eventually lift the inner can out and let it drain. Works with stronger solvents or strippers to remove paint, bedding compound, etc. For bigger stuff I place in a plastic tub and spritz with varsol/thinner/mineral spirits or the citrus stuff and work progressively with a toothbrush. If it's a real mess I tilt the tub dump in some solvent and scrub with toothbrush. Give the solvent time to work so you don't have to. Keep wetting the area. Sometimes I blast with aerosol brake cleaner, depending.
Dave. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 18, 2017, at 9:52 AM, John Rand <[email protected]> wrote: > > I just used mineral spirits and a tooth brush. > > John > >> On Tue, Jan 17, 2017 at 2:54 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List >> <[email protected]> wrote: >> I removed two of my mast mounted winches as they are overdue for service >> (about 25 years overdue). That was a job in itself, as the bolts had fused >> to the aluminum mounting plates. A combination of PB Blaster, vinegar and >> acetone, along with a hammer and screwdrivers got them off. >> >> The grease is a gummy mess. Any recommendations on a non-flammable solvent >> I can soak them in? I'm working in the garage, so diesel and kerosene are >> out. >> >> Joel >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish >> to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: >> https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >> >> All Contributions are greatly appreciated! >> >
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