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Removing carbon build up..??

Old 23-04-2008, 07:28 PM
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Whats the best way to remove carbon build up on exhaust and inlet valves when they are removed from the head?
Old 23-04-2008, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by cosrep
Whats the best way to remove carbon build up on exhaust and inlet valves when they are removed from the head?
2ltr bottle of Coke into a tube and let them soak for 30minutes, should wipe off very easy after that.
Old 23-04-2008, 08:29 PM
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wire brush works ok too!on a die grinder or something similar
Old 23-04-2008, 08:45 PM
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i just use a wire wheel on a bench grinder, works a treat
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Sodablaster works better
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Get someone else to do it, easier, or a wire brush attachement on a bench grinder for me.
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