Aerosol Engine Degreasers

ghostrider · 1st July 2009, 23:36

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

Isn't WD40 a penetrant? Never use it to clean your engine parts unless its sealed without any nuts/bolts. Try Wurth Degreaser or Castrol Super Clean. If you cant source them, use La's Awesome Degreaser - it cost you one dollar.

THAT is what I was worried about... the penetrative qualities of WD40 or something similar. I think I'd rather pay 50 bucks and head down to the car wash at the pump.... they'll spray clean the whole thing with a mist-hose and I'm not driving around wondering if my engine is going to explode through my bonnet.

ibm_jennifer · 1st July 2009, 23:49

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I think I'd rather pay 50 bucks and head down to the car wash at the pump

For 50 bucks the pump side car wash guy can use Diesel / Hair Shampoo / Cloth detergent / Soda / Vim / Soap / Pril / Harpic / rustoline / kerosene / used oil or even diluted acid as he cant buy Autoglym or EB for 50 bucks.

Then I recommend WD40 than any of this flammable/corrosive agents, but dont ask me why WD40 cracks your plastic and rubber parts in the engine.

ghostrider · 2nd July 2009, 01:18

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

For 50 bucks the pump side car wash guy can use Diesel / Hair Shampoo / Cloth detergent / Soda / Vim / Soap / Pril / Harpic / rustoline / kerosene / used oil or even diluted acid as he cant buy Autoglym or EB for 50 bucks.

Then I recommend WD40 than any of this flammable/corrosive agents, but dont ask me why WD40 cracks your plastic and rubber parts in the engine.

The guy at the pump will be using a proper hose with the right nozzle attachment on a mist-spray that shoots only water to get all the gunk out of my engine bay, and he'll be doing it with me watching him like a hawk.

I don't want my engine bay to be clean enough to eat off. I want to get rid of dirt and dust that accumulates on pipes and hoses and makes them brittle and leads to premature part failures.

Raccoon · 2nd July 2009, 01:28

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Originally Posted by Prithvi

Used WD40 yesterday on the engine, sure did clean the area, but not too happy with it.

Same here! Its an average cleaner for this purpose. I intend to try Diesel... the cheapest option...

ibm_jennifer · 2nd July 2009, 02:14

Diesel is not bad at all. But why don't you guys try to buy some LA's Auto Degreaser? It cost you some 100 bucks only and available in all dollar stores.

gpa · 2nd July 2009, 09:50

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

but dont ask me why WD40 cracks your plastic and rubber parts in the engine.

WD-40 does not crack the plastic and rubber parts of the compnents of the engine. It is definitely a better option than diesel to use to degrease the engine. In fact, the M.A.S.S outlet where I have been servicing my cars for many years have also mentioned that it is safe to use and is non-reactive.

ibm_jennifer · 2nd July 2009, 12:35

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WD-40 does not crack the plastic and rubber parts of the compnents of the engine. It is definitely a better option than diesel to use to degrease the engine. In fact, the M.A.S.S outlet where I have been servicing my cars for many years have also mentioned that it is safe to use and is non-reactive.

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WD-40 Water displacement number 40

Aliphatic Petroleum Distillates 45-50%
Petroleum-based oil 15-25%
LVP Hydrocarbon Fluid 12-18%
Carbon Dioxide 2-3%
Flash Point 131oF Tag Closed Cup

Material data sheet (MSD) - http://www.wd40.com/Brands/pdfs/msds...aerosol.us.pdf

WD-40 contains strong hydrocarbon (aliphatic) solvents, which may compromise non-neoprene rubber, it can also have an adverse effect on oxygen sensors, its highly flammable (easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames)

gpa · 2nd July 2009, 14:04

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

WD-40 contains strong hydrocarbon (aliphatic) solvents, which may compromise non-neoprene rubber, it can also have an adverse effect on oxygen sensors, its highly flammable (easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames)

So, would diesel be a safer bet? But, isn't it far more flammable when compared to WD-40? And if sprayed on rubber, wouldn't it deteriorate much faster?

ibm_jennifer · 2nd July 2009, 14:15

Diesel will smoke. Damage your gaskets. Ever fire your car if in contact with spark.

I dont recommend Diesel too to clean the engine.

To clean rust/oil residue you need a Degreaser or non-corrosive detergent.

To protect the engine from rust you need a protectant.

Then why you are using Fuels / Lubricants / Penetrants in Engines?

If you cant buy a Degreaser or non-corrosive detergent for 100 bucks, use Coca-cola to remove the rust and pepsi to remove the residues (?).

If you can't buy a protectant use Baby oil(?).

Raccoon · 2nd July 2009, 15:23

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

Diesel is not bad at all. But why don't you guys try to buy some LA's Auto Degreaser? It cost you some 100 bucks only and available in all dollar stores.

Havent seen any such product anywhere in Pune. Does anybody know where its available? Price info would be good too.

Are you serious about Coca cola/Pepsi? Does it really do the job well?? These colas are acidic, if I remember correct...?

And baby oil...?! Now I really don't wanna baby my engines that much...

gpa · 2nd July 2009, 16:38

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Originally Posted by Raccoon

Are you serious about Coca cola/Pepsi? Does it really do the job well?? These colas are acidic, if I remember correct...?

I have read reports of these being used to clean tyres. Aparently, using them will bring that original clean black look to the tyres. I have not tried it though

ibm_jennifer · 2nd July 2009, 17:48

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I have read reports of these being used to clean tyres.

Yes, PEPSI will clean your tyres and belts, even rubber parts. COLA is one of the best rust remover: The Coca Cola Remove The Rust? - Video

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There is a rust-removal trick that works with Coke, though. Old-time mechanics who were faced with the problem of getting an old engine from a junkyard apart would take the heads off and dump cola into the cylinders. There's just the right amount of phosphoric acid in Coke to make that work after a few days. You could use Naval Jelly, but you have to thin it down to get it to go into the little crevices of the engine and, by the time you get it thinned out enough, the concentration of phosphoric acid is about the same as what's in Coke. Besides, there's always a Coke machine in the corner of a mechanic's shop.

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These colas are acidic

Man, You are drinking it man...Do you thing your engine is precious than your stomach?

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Havent seen any such product anywhere in Pune.

In Chennai, LA's degreaser available in all 'My dollar stores'. In Delhi its avialable in Delhimall. Wurth degreaser may available at tyrestore.

Raccoon · 3rd July 2009, 15:13

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Originally Posted by ibm_jennifer

Man, You are drinking it man...Do you thing your engine is precious than your stomach?

In Chennai, LA's degreaser available in all 'My dollar stores'. In Delhi its avialable in Delhimall. Wurth degreaser may available at tyrestore.

Lol... I'd never drink that junk! Also it seems that you need to have the rusted object immersed in cola for sometime, for it to work. Not possible for the purpose for which we are talking about. Anyway, havent used it any which way, so can't comment further...

Not seen any degreaser in any tyre store here. :(

ibm_jennifer · 3rd July 2009, 17:07

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Lol... I'd never drink that junk! Also it seems that you need to have the rusted object immersed in cola for sometime, for it to work. Not possible for the purpose for which we are talking about. Anyway, havent used it any which way, so can't comment further...

Not seen any degreaser in any tyre store here. :(

Oh My senior, I just joked and dont try Coke.

TYRESTORE is a dealer in Chennai, its TYRESTORE - not Tyre Store.

Have you tried any Dollar stores? Or you can buy it online from this guy: http://shopping.rediff.com/product/a...mover/10254783

But I am not sure whether its original or not and why this cost that much. I used to pay only 99 Rupees in My Dollar store at Chennai.

Raccoon · 3rd July 2009, 17:19

Havent checked out any such stores lately... but will do so. I'm not optimistic though... haven never seen these kind of products there.

Yes, the cost + plus shipping is too high. Even the brand is not mentioned. Just not worth it.

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ibm_jennifer BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 529 Thanked: 8 Times	Diesel is not bad at all. But why don't you guys try to buy some LA's Auto Degreaser? It cost you some 100 bucks only and available in all dollar stores.
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ibm_jennifer BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 529 Thanked: 8 Times	Diesel will smoke. Damage your gaskets. Ever fire your car if in contact with spark. I dont recommend Diesel too to clean the engine. To clean rust/oil residue you need a Degreaser or non-corrosive detergent. To protect the engine from rust you need a protectant. Then why you are using Fuels / Lubricants / Penetrants in Engines? If you cant buy a Degreaser or non-corrosive detergent for 100 bucks, use Coca-cola to remove the rust and pepsi to remove the residues (?). If you can't buy a protectant use Baby oil(?). Last edited by ibm_jennifer : 2nd July 2009 at 14:33.
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3rd July 2009, 17:19	#30
Raccoon Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Poona Posts: 1,851 Thanked: 116 Times	Havent checked out any such stores lately... but will do so. I'm not optimistic though... haven never seen these kind of products there. Yes, the cost + plus shipping is too high. Even the brand is not mentioned. Just not worth it. Last edited by Raccoon : 3rd July 2009 at 17:20.
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