Gasoline is the one substance I would not use in a parts washer. While
there is no danger from the pump, there is a chance of static electricity
causing a spark and kaboom. Also gas is a really lousy cleaner as it
leaves an oily residue.
On Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 7:46 AM, John Sims <ahbn6@verizon.net> wrote:
> There is a writeup on a de-rust solution using molasses on the Technical
> page, Miscellaneous section of my site but I have never heard it used for
> degreasing. I use small amounts of gasoline outside and it has always
> worked
> well for me.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> www.healey6.com
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:
> healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Chris Dimmock
> Sent: Monday, December 31, 2012 10:34 AM
> To: Patrick and Caroline Quinn
> Cc: List Healey
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Parts Washer Degreaser
>
> You are just a lucky bloke Patrick!!
> ;-)
> Use diesel. Use degreaser. Use Whatever cleans the crap off your grimy
> bits!!
> Have I ever told you about molasses or bleach? But never in your new parts
> washer !
> Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!!
> ;-)
> Chris
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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