Re: Parts Cleaning Tank Recommendations?

[Dave64 <lt7dave@xxxxxxxxx>]

Dennis,

I bought an inexpensive 20 gallon parts tank 2 years ago and used a water based solvent.  I don't recommend it.  That solvent promoted corrosion in the tank pump, and it didn't work very well, either.  I finally drained it all out, and for now the tank is empty. Having the tank is nice and convenient, though.  I just need to decide on what to put in it that will work better.  I've been using mineral spirits in the mean time - just a jug in small amounts - not in the parts tank.  I don't know that I want the tank sitting full of mineral spirits when not in use.

Dave

--- On Mon, 4/11/11, Dennis C. <dennis.2914@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> From: Dennis C. <dennis.2914@xxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: Parts Cleaning Tank Recommendations?
> To: 1962to1965mopars@xxxxxxxxxx
> Date: Monday, April 11, 2011, 4:31 PM
> 
> Each time I get into a project I start thinking about
> having a parts 
> cleaning tank.
> 
> I see that some people use solvent based cleaners and
> others use water 
> based cleaners.  
> 
> I would appreciate any comments on tanks to consider and
> cleaning agents 
> to consider.  I really like the idea of a water based
> solution however I 
> have no idea how well it works and problems I may have with
> it.  I know 
> the solvent based cleaners will work great but I am
> concerned about 
> disposal.
> 
> Thanks
> Dennis C.
> 
> 
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