soaker fluid for cleaning tank

[emmie]

what is best to use for a soaking fluid-parts cleaner,in a soaking tank

 

[JNewell]

I don't know what's best, but I do know that if aluminum will go into it, you should not use Simple Green. It will damage aluminum parts and finishes.

 

[HSMITH]

On the cheap but works great? Diesel fuel, downside is it takes a little while on congealed greases and it also needs cleaning off if an oily residue is a problem. A little more expensive? Mineral spirits, works well and dries nicely. Bigger bucks but VERY nice? Solventated Naptha, pay attention to ventilation.

A spray can of 'carb and choke cleaner' to get the nasties off, a little diesel in the parts washer to deep clean, and a can of brake cleaner to clean and dry any residue off has never met a problem it can't handle.

 

[JoeHatley]

Equal parts Kerosene and Mineral Spirits works well for me.

Good Luck...

Joe

 

[theCZ]

They should have a 5 gallon bucket of "parts cleaner solution" or something like it at a tractor dealership/parts store.

 

[Dave Sample]

I use automotive solvent in a Pasta cooker from K-Mart. Works great.