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<blockquote data-quote="A_HRD" data-source="post: 177005" data-attributes="member: 49"><p>I decided that I can't live any longer without a <strong>Parts Washer</strong> to assist me with my HRD/Vincent restorations. So I have a shiny new one on the way (£200) - due in a couple of days. </p><p></p><p>So then I delved into the complex world of of <strong>Parts Washer Fluids</strong>. Back in the day, they used to be all 'solvent-based' (and probably not very environmentally friendly). However, the modern fluids have all manner of bio credentials and are 'water-based'. Manufacturers of new Parts Washers insist that only the modern fluids be used or risk significant problems with their equipment - not covered by warranty. </p><p></p><p>But here's the rub: The additives in the modern brew are likely to eat aluminium alloy castings starting within minutes! Many Fluid suppliers admit as much in their advertising - by highlighting the fact <span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47)">in red</span>. (Less scrupulous suppliers forget to mention it...). </p><p></p><p>So I am hoping that someone out there in VOC-land has tread this path before me, found a workable solution, and can solve my dilemma?! Until then, I'm not going to risk my mucky/greasy old Series 'A' crankcases soaking in any of this modern brew... Bring back Trichloroethylene, all is forgiven! </p><p></p><p>Peter B</p><p>A_HRD</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="A_HRD, post: 177005, member: 49"] I decided that I can't live any longer without a [B]Parts Washer[/B] to assist me with my HRD/Vincent restorations. So I have a shiny new one on the way (£200) - due in a couple of days. So then I delved into the complex world of of [B]Parts Washer Fluids[/B]. Back in the day, they used to be all 'solvent-based' (and probably not very environmentally friendly). However, the modern fluids have all manner of bio credentials and are 'water-based'. Manufacturers of new Parts Washers insist that only the modern fluids be used or risk significant problems with their equipment - not covered by warranty. But here's the rub: The additives in the modern brew are likely to eat aluminium alloy castings starting within minutes! Many Fluid suppliers admit as much in their advertising - by highlighting the fact [COLOR=rgb(184, 49, 47)]in red[/COLOR]. (Less scrupulous suppliers forget to mention it...). So I am hoping that someone out there in VOC-land has tread this path before me, found a workable solution, and can solve my dilemma?! Until then, I'm not going to risk my mucky/greasy old Series 'A' crankcases soaking in any of this modern brew... Bring back Trichloroethylene, all is forgiven! Peter B A_HRD [/QUOTE]
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