<VV> Ultrasonic Parts Cleaners

[larry at forman.net]

Hi Gary,

I saw a Youtube video where a guy used a propane camping heater under a 
metal garbage can to make a hot water parts cleaner.   I felt that 
ultrasonic parts cleaner might be too expensive for me considering the 
relatively large size for a half block or single head.  A lot of the 
shops I saw used hot water parts cleaners.   I am thinking of finding a 
larger metal baking type of pan for the parts cleaner that should hold 
heads and engine halves.  That size should cover most of my needs.  
Since I had the propane camping heater, I will weld up some reinforcing 
bars to make a "stand" for the propane heater and a base for the large 
heated pan and/or metal garbage can, possibly cut down.  I have the 
"purple power" cleaner.  I tried using oven cleaner, but you cannot 
leave it on aluminum for more than about 10 minutes or it turns the 
aluminum dark.  I also have a pressure washer to use after the hot water 
loosens up the gunk.

Good luck,

Larry

On 2025-11-12 5:29 pm, edward szuch via VirtualVairs wrote:

> Anyone out there used an ultrasonic parts cleaner for engine parts such 
> as
> the cylinder head combustion chamber?  I'm trying to get the carbon off 
> and
> wonder if the Amazon priced units work.  The McMaster-Carr unit is out 
> of
> my price range.
> What about cleaning solutions?  I've seen a mixture of Simple Green and
> water recommended.
> Thank you.
> Gary Szuch
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