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enio45
04-11-2025, 08:37 PM
What do you all recomend for a good cleaning fluid for a small size parts cleaner? I see a variety of brands etc, need to order 5 -10 gallons worth.

appreciate the advise

hogdaddy
04-11-2025, 10:18 PM
Gool old mineral spirits works.

Too Many Projects
04-11-2025, 10:34 PM
I agree with Mineral Spirits. I've tried a few of the non-toxic, environmentally friendly products but they just don't work nearly as well. Some will come close, given enough time to soak, but if you want greasy, dirty parts clean in a reasonable time, its MS. It will leave a slightly oily film when dry, which helps protect bare metal but if you are going to paint, the parts will need to be cleaned with Dawn and/or a good, solvent based, wax and grease remover.

bdk1976
04-12-2025, 02:17 AM
I use Crown PSC 1000 from Tractor Supply - comes in 5 gallon cans

enio45
04-12-2025, 02:31 AM
Ive heard good things on the Crown PSC 1000

They are around the corner from me - ill give that a try

thanks for the responses

Too Many Projects
04-12-2025, 03:23 AM
I wasn't aware of that Crown PSC, but it's about half the cost of 5 gallons of mineral spirits now. If it works as well, it's a better solution.:headbang:

JMB
04-12-2025, 04:16 AM
Super S Solvent 140

1967 4K
04-12-2025, 10:19 AM
I’ve used Crown cleaner for years, good stuff. Made in the town just north of me. I thought it was sold exclusively at Walmart but guess I’m wrong.