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PitterPats72 · 11-05-2002, 04:57 PM

got a new parts washer, 20 gal w/ pump.

what kind of solvent should I use in it. On the lid there's a warning that says not to use mineral spirits or other flammable solvents "permanent damage will be done to the pump".

any ideas, I looked on Grainger.com and they have some kind of solvent (expensive). I also looked at Harbor Frieght and they have some kind of concentrate that you mix, I think it is granular.

Thanks,
Pat

meathead95 · 11-05-2002, 08:01 PM

I always use Kerosene.

mikep · 11-05-2002, 08:14 PM

I use mineral spirits paint thinner. Its a couple of bucks a gallon and doesnt have a fowl aroma. Its not real agressive as a solvent but it also doesnt strip all the oil out of the skin on your hands

Bowed · 11-05-2002, 08:37 PM

A big consideration in what you use is how are you going to get rid of the dirty solution . Some people have recyclers they pay to take it off thier hands ($$$$) . I use a regular degreasing solution that I get from a small fuel supplier , pay $2.50 a gal and it works well with just a slight kerosene type odor. I know a guy that uses the harbor freight concentrate that you mix with water , its not has good at cleaning but when he has dirty solution he puts it in a big bucket in his yard and when the water evaporates , just removes the sludge , much easier to get rid of .

bobs409 · 11-06-2002, 09:17 AM

I've seen this solvent available at Advance Auto so you might check with some of the parts stores. It was in a 5 gallon metal container but I didn't get the price.

minibike · 11-06-2002, 09:35 AM

I used a biodregradeable one with citrus...it corroded my aluminum parts left in it for a while. Mineral Spirits is what is in the washer now.

PitterPats72 · 11-06-2002, 10:29 AM

I'll check out NAPA and the Farm Co-op.

The parts I have to wash aren't real dirty. This is the second washing, I did the 1st one the old fashion way in a big plastic tub. This is the washing before I but my VW engine back together. But the next motor I tear down will be very greasy.

Thanks,
Pat

71k5 · 11-06-2002, 09:06 PM

I use parts washer solvent made by Castrol; comes in a five gallon plastic bucket and runs $20+ per bucket. You can get it at some of the "better " parts houses, not the cheapo chain stores. I can get you the Castrol part niumber if you want it.

11-05-2002, 04:57 PM	#1
PitterPats72 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 145	Parts Washer solvent got a new parts washer, 20 gal w/ pump. what kind of solvent should I use in it. On the lid there's a warning that says not to use mineral spirits or other flammable solvents "permanent damage will be done to the pump". any ideas, I looked on Grainger.com and they have some kind of solvent (expensive). I also looked at Harbor Frieght and they have some kind of concentrate that you mix, I think it is granular. Thanks, Pat __________________ 72 Chevy Custom 10 Deluxe (78K mi.) 95 Nissan Maxima (195K mi.) 73 VW Beetle (owned since 78; 96K miles) Engine rebuild by me done! 73 VW Super Beetle -New to me- Bought from original owner! 84 Honda Nighthawk (2500 mi.) I know too much foreign stuff; I've owned American too and they lasted just as long. Last edited by PitterPats72; 11-06-2002 at 10:14 AM.

11-05-2002, 08:01 PM	#2
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,446	I always use Kerosene. __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

11-05-2002, 08:14 PM	#3
mikep Used to have a truck Join Date: May 2002 Location: port orchard WA Posts: 1,552	I use mineral spirits paint thinner. Its a couple of bucks a gallon and doesnt have a fowl aroma. Its not real agressive as a solvent but it also doesnt strip all the oil out of the skin on your hands __________________ No truck :-(

11-06-2002, 09:17 AM	#5
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	I've seen this solvent available at Advance Auto so you might check with some of the parts stores. It was in a 5 gallon metal container but I didn't get the price. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

11-06-2002, 09:35 AM	#6
minibike Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 500	I used a biodregradeable one with citrus...it corroded my aluminum parts left in it for a while. Mineral Spirits is what is in the washer now. __________________ 69 SWB LT1/4L60E www.classicplace.com

11-05-2002, 08:37 PM	#4
Bowed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: where it's hot Posts: 1,059	A big consideration in what you use is how are you going to get rid of the dirty solution . Some people have recyclers they pay to take it off thier hands ($$$$) . I use a regular degreasing solution that I get from a small fuel supplier , pay $2.50 a gal and it works well with just a slight kerosene type odor. I know a guy that uses the harbor freight concentrate that you mix with water , its not has good at cleaning but when he has dirty solution he puts it in a big bucket in his yard and when the water evaporates , just removes the sludge , much easier to get rid of .

11-06-2002, 10:29 AM	#7
PitterPats72 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 145	I'll check out NAPA and the Farm Co-op. The parts I have to wash aren't real dirty. This is the second washing, I did the 1st one the old fashion way in a big plastic tub. This is the washing before I but my VW engine back together. But the next motor I tear down will be very greasy. Thanks, Pat __________________ 72 Chevy Custom 10 Deluxe (78K mi.) 95 Nissan Maxima (195K mi.) 73 VW Beetle (owned since 78; 96K miles) Engine rebuild by me done! 73 VW Super Beetle -New to me- Bought from original owner! 84 Honda Nighthawk (2500 mi.) I know too much foreign stuff; I've owned American too and they lasted just as long.

11-06-2002, 09:06 PM	#8
71k5 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Manchester, PA Posts: 138	I use parts washer solvent made by Castrol; comes in a five gallon plastic bucket and runs $20+ per bucket. You can get it at some of the "better " parts houses, not the cheapo chain stores. I can get you the Castrol part niumber if you want it.

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