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How to clean degrease components
l0rd - 30/11/08 at 08:06 PM

Before starting with the chassis, i decided to clean some of the components. I started with the gearbox so i can finish it of and paint it.
I got a wire brush earlier today in order to start cleaning it but i stopped as it is a really slow process and the end finish is not the one that i really liked.

Trying to keep the cost down, i would like to know if there is another process easier which gives good results.

After i finish it, what would be the best way to paint it? I have a small roll brush but not sure what paint to use.

Any advice much appreciated

austin man - 30/11/08 at 09:15 PM

use parrafin or a degreaser such as Gunk ideall stan the item in a larg container cut down bin etc liberally soak and then work in with a paintbrush, remove item clean with soapy water allow to dry and then paint with hammerite or simmilar. Jetwasher also does the trick bu you need somewhere where the ould want damage not good for the driveway

mr henderson - 30/11/08 at 09:29 PM

Paraffin works really well. I like to tackle large compontents by holding them over or in (if they will fit) a large plastic container (garden centres are good for those) and I use a windscreen washer pump and some plastic tube to re-circulate the paraffin. Usually need to restrict the pump output to slow the delvery rate.

To speed the muck removal, use a paintbrush with the bristles shortened so as to stiffen them up.

Wire brushes in a variable speed drill are good for removing corrosion, the cup type of wire brush in an angle grinder is a bit fierce, and requires thick gloves and a firm grip

John

David Jenkins - 30/11/08 at 10:13 PM

quote:
Originally posted by mr henderson
I use a windscreen washer pump and some plastic tube to re-circulate the paraffin. Usually need to restrict the pump output to slow the delvery rate.

Wire brushes in a variable speed drill are good for removing corrosion, the cup type of wire brush in an angle grinder is a bit fierce, and requires thick gloves and a firm grip


I'd keep all naked flames and radiant heaters well away when splashing paraffin about - it's not as volatile as petrol etc, but it can catch fire if it soaks into things... and quite hard to put out. Also, wear gloves as it can de-grease your skin and cause dermatitis.

I've used ordinary white spirit to de-grease things, and it's worked quite well. The same precautions apply though.

As for the wire brush - may not be a good idea for aluminium casings like type 9 gearbox extensions! Old toothbrushes are useful for awkward corners.

[Edited on 30/11/08 by David Jenkins]

meany - 30/11/08 at 10:31 PM

back in my landrover owning days, i use to use a product by Comma called Hyperclean, i bit more user friendly than gunk.

http://www.commaoil.com/Product%20Pages/Valeting/hyperclean.htm

[Edited on 30/11/08 by meany]

[Edited on 30/11/08 by meany]

l0rd - 3/12/08 at 10:06 PM

Me being busy and out of time to go out shopping, i still haven't managed to get a degreaser so i attacked the gearbox using a steel brush connected on my drill.
I have to be onest, it has done a really good job so far. Will post pictures soon.

L0rd