> If its a stainless basin, mineral spirits with a polypropylene cover
> to keep evaporation in control; then an isopropyl rinse, then blow
> dry.
>
> If you only have a single part or two, you can put the solvent in a
> Pyrex beaker in a water bath
>
> I was using zep industrial purple for a while; but it seemed to wear
> out pretty fast; good for a quick etch of aluminum, though...simple
> green wasnt very good on heavily grunged up parts.
>
> The more of the heavy dirt/grease you get off before you usonic the
> better. I usually toothbrush/wirebrush periodically; let the bath
> sit off for a while if it gets too hot; use a dial probe thermometer
> to monitor temps
>
> Acetone is worthless for trying to clean oil/grease
>
> Thanks
> -S
>
> Scott Cypher
> SCCA # 362573
> #57 HP Spitfire 1500
> Spitfireracer@xsmail.com
>
>
> On Jan 13, 2008, at 4:23 PM, Charly Mitchel <charly@mitchelplumbing.com
> > wrote:
>
>> I have a lot of thoughts about cleaning parts in my shop especially
>> with an
>> ultrasonic cleaner.
>> Does anyone have any experiences with clean parts using an ultrasonic
>> cleaner?
>> What kind of cleaning solution are you using for different
>> applications?
>> I've been trying dishwashing detergent with decent results. Has
>> anyone been
>> using Simple Green or the purple stuff? Or what are you using?
>> What are you using on aluminum parts? Something that won't corrode
>> the
>> aluminum?
>> Anybody have any idea if you need to keep everything in a basket or
>> if you can
>> put the parts directly in the tank.
>> I've just acquired a ultrasonic cleaner and have been experimenting
>> with it.
>> Charly Mitchel
>> TR6 #44
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