Valve cleaning
#1
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Valve cleaning
Been through all the how to valve cleaning threads and have it pretty well figured out. I just want someone who's actually cleaned them to help me out with it. Got a blaster, walnut shells and carb cleaner and the old man has a big stationary compressor. Don't tell me it's easy I know it is lol. If your down to help me out let me know, I'm in Kitchener. I'll hook you up with a case of beer or something
#5
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I got mine looking spanking new with just picks, brushes, and cleaners, but that's only because I had no choice. Bought walnut shell for the blaster at the shop, took the car apart, started on a cylinder and the thing died halfway through. I'll agree blasting is the way to go though.
#6
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Originally Posted by LTBALTBMX
Don't bother with blasting. Get in there with some brass wire brushes. Far more effective.
#8
Sorry to bring up an old thread. Where did you guys get your walnut media from and what grit grade did you get?
I currently have an air tool for blasting with. I've used it for sand blasting in the past. Of course I'll clean it out meticulously first, but is this good for use with walnut media?
I currently have an air tool for blasting with. I've used it for sand blasting in the past. Of course I'll clean it out meticulously first, but is this good for use with walnut media?
#12
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Don't remember what grit I bought, but the box said "fine". Didn't matter anyway for me, cause the damn blaster broke down.
And yes, I know this wasn't directed at me, just figured I'd chime in since I got it from Harbor Freight as well.
And yes, I know this wasn't directed at me, just figured I'd chime in since I got it from Harbor Freight as well.
#14
Yeah, thanks for the info. I'm planning on doing this next month. My wife is extremely allergic to walnut shells and she'll be on a business trip for a week so I can get this all done while she's away.
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#18
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I haven't been on here in a while but this part along with a blaster/compressor and walnut shells made a hell of a difference. Was pretty sketched out about doing it but it's really easy and no mess. Just make sure the valves your working on are closed. There is always one open and 3 closed. Just put a socket on the crank in the passenger wheel well and you can feel when a valve opens as you turn the wrench.
#20
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Originally Posted by 63 Nova SS
Nice! You are correct on making a difference.
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