Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

The ZEP citrus cleaner worked well! I used it full strength. I soaked the parts overnight, cleaned them up with a stiff brush and hot water, and they were, for the most part, ready to go. I had to clean the groves of the gears with a putty knife, but the old grease came off easily. Nice to

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

I recommend it. Any residual petroleum based solvent could affect the grease. Dennis C. On Jan 18, 2017 10:38 AM, "David via CnC-List" wrote: So is it necessary to clean the parts with a soup solution after cleaning with kerosene...?

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

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

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

But Sue WILL notice the beautiful citrusy scent in the garage… :^) Let us know how it works. — Fred Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI :^( > On Jan 18, 2017, at 9:39 AM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List > wrote: > >

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

audio.net>Subject: Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors? Joel — I’ve used this stuff before, and it’s worked well — also non-flammable: https://www.amazon.com/CRC-Brakleen-Brake-Parts-Cleaner/dp/B000LDR9HI — FredFred Street -- MinneapolisS/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- on the hard

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

lt;ladoug...@comcast.net> Subject: Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors? John - wow - 25 years! If I don't do mine once a year I feel guilty I use mineral spirits and a tooth brush and fine brass brush! When I bought the boat the grease had turned into wax and I used a non-meta

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

John - wow - 25 years! If I don't do mine once a year I feel guilty I use mineral spirits and a tooth brush and fine brass brush! When I bought the boat the grease had turned into wax and I used a non-metallic scraper. Being in a garage is not an issue. I clean my motorcycle chain with mineral

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Stopped by the local HD this morning. First, they greatly expanded the automotive section and oils/solvents. Picked up a gallon of the ZEP citrus based degreaser and a couple paint buckets. I'll drop a winch in tonight and see what happens. Luckily, there is a utility sink in the garage, so the

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

I just used mineral spirits and a tooth brush. John On Tue, Jan 17, 2017 at 2:54 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> 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

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

ist.com] *On Behalf Of > *Frederick > G Street via CnC-List > *Sent:* Tuesday, January 17, 2017 7:36 PM > *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com > *Cc:* Frederick G Street <f...@postaudio.net> > *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors? > > > > Joel —

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Of Frederick G Street via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2017 7:36 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Frederick G Street <f...@postaudio.net> Subject: Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors? Joel — I’ve used this stuff before, and it’s worked well — also non-flammable:

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

I've used Simple Green to remove winch grease. Not as quick as a petroleum based solvent but will eventually do it. I usually use it to clean the winch parts AFTER I've removed the grease with mineral spirits but it should work from the start. Dennis C. On Tue, Jan 17, 2017 at 1:54 PM, Joel

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

I clean winches in the garage or on the boat using Diesel fuel or old Kerosene. I use an acid brush to wipe the gears and wipe off gunk with terry cloth (old face cloths) and final wipe off of solvent using cotton cloth (old tee shirt). Chuck S > On January 17, 2017 at 3:15 PM ALAN BERGEN via

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Joel — I’ve used this stuff before, and it’s worked well — also non-flammable: https://www.amazon.com/CRC-Brakleen-Brake-Parts-Cleaner/dp/B000LDR9HI — Fred Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- on

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Although kerosene is flammable, it is still safe to use in a garage. I did my winches that way. The fumes are not volatile like gasoline fumes. Just don't be near an open flame. Let the parts soak for a while, before you scrub with a tooth brush or wire brush. When the parts are clean, wash

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Disregard my last post. The Zep Purple degreaser is flammable. I confused it with this non-flammable degreaser: Bill Bina On 1/17/2017 2:54 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List wrote: I removed two of my mast mounted

Re: Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

Bill Bina On 1/17/2017 2:54 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List 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

Stus-List Solvent for cleaning winches indoors?

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