dcc 855 Posted December 5, 2008 Ive started a thread, but i felt this is slightly different. What is the best way to clean dirt off engine components, such as conrods and liners etc... before refitting them Also, whats the best way to clean a complete Head? I did read about putting it in the dishwasher, opinions on this? is this a bad idea? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Atari Boy 11 Posted December 5, 2008 I have heard about the dishwasher route, my wife would cut my balls off if she caught me though.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrSarty 90 1 Cars Posted December 5, 2008 If you don't have access to a Kerobath (kerosine is heater fuel), then amongst mechanics, it is often agreed about the best degreaser and engine cleaner you can get is modern, unleaded petrol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EdCherry 34 1 Cars Posted December 5, 2008 I love break cleaner me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bensonmi 4 2 Cars Posted December 5, 2008 wahey you found an engine! thinners are good for cleaning oil and grime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redtop 14 2 Cars Posted December 5, 2008 wahey you found an engine! thinners are good for cleaning oil and grime I'll second that. Use parafin or petrol to get most crude off then thinners for the final clean. It doesn't leave a residue/scum like petrol and parafin does. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jord294 87 Posted December 6, 2008 a trick i use, is to buy a big plastic container from the likes of homebase or b&q. the one i have is on wheels and has a lid, and is big enough to fit a gearbox in i bought 25 litres of engine degreaser off ebay, and put about 15 litres in the container. i can then either just let things soak, or clean there and then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pj838 0 Posted December 6, 2008 I used a couple of litres of diesel (if that) to clean my engine, and one of those plastic dishwashing brushes. Scrub away the grime or leave some bits to soak . Doesnt bear thinking about the missus coming home and finding a cylinder head in the dishwasher Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johny105_y2k 1 Posted December 6, 2008 a second for diesel, just wear gloves + old clothes. allthough i've recently cleaned all my engine bits at work using a thing from safety clean its just the same as a kerobath but sdafety clean . quite good actually. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Francesco 2 1 Cars Posted December 10, 2008 I use break cleaner or engine cleaner. If it is still not clean, use a steel brush on your drill and with patience you will get things clean. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Masekwm 2 Posted December 10, 2008 I used one of these to clean the lower mount whilst I had it off the car, I was shocked by how good it was! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
