Azizi

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i have been use degreaser liquid soap...my result is pipe look shine..

mikesd1980

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I went out to Walmart and found the same crockpot for 10.88$. Too bad I am about to start using it to clean pipes

Stubbs

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If you have a local Thrift Store, or Salvation Army, check there. You can probably get a really inexpensive crock pot, and you'd be helping out a good cause. I'm stopping by my local thrift store today at lunch.

Ruune

I didnt read the whole thread, but in case noone has brought this up yet... I use Monster Mudd Wash. It's biodegradeable, yet quite potent. I dilute it 3 parts water to 1 part wash for cleaning metal parts- just disassemble your exhaust (remove all springs and seals), and let is soak overnight. Then, just wipe it off with a wet cloth. You can also use it at full strength to remove aluminum anodizing. Or, just mix 5 parts water to 1 part wash for general RC car cleaning, then follow up with water and compressed air and use your fav silicon spray to keep things clean.


Best of all, a gallon will only set you back 10 bucks:
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...4805_200324805

I've used this stuff for my motocross bikes for a while, and it works like a champ.

ScottyM

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Mine was 11.xx But I'm gonna be using it in a few.. YEAH!!

StaX64

Where you get the anti freeze at walmart too? And do u fill the crock pot to the top? I wanna try this haha

skoalisbad4me

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i bought the anitfreeze at walmart too. i got the 100% not the 50/50 mix. i didnt fill it to the top only till it covered the pipe. i dont think that really matters but the pipe doesnt float so i just think it would be a waste to fill to the top. try it out you will be so SURPRISED

Stubbs

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Now what you need to do it spread the word around your RC club that you'll be offering "pipe cleanings" for a small fee. I bet for a couple bucks a pipe, it would be cheap enough for the folks who just don't want to hassle with it, yet still allow you to maybe make enough to pay for the anti-freeze.

ScottyM

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You only need enoug Anit-freeze to cover pipes.. I put the pipes in the pot, and then filled the pot just about 1/4" above the highest pipe. Even if some evaporation happens you won't uncover your pipe.. Make sense?? You can get Anti-freeze at walmart or any place that sells auto parts..

StaX64

I got the pot and antifreeze and am giving this a go right now, thanks all

ScottyM

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Make sure to do it outside or in a well vented area.. the fumes can be over whelming..

dishsoap

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Any long term negative affects when using antifreez and crocpot.

Frank L

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A nylon brush and some simple green works wonders on polished pipes and then shine it up with some mothers alum polish and it looks like brand new again.

StaX64

I have to say the results are amazing! The pipe and manifold came out like new. The crock pot was too small (the $10.88 one at walmart) cause pipe was sticking out the top so I couldn't fully submerge it had to flip it over half way through.. there was a bit bigger one for 5 bucks more oh well haha 10th scale pipes should have no problem. I actually did it in the kitchen I didn't notice any odor around the house unless I was standing over the pot I had the lid on the entire time

unsp0ken

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...dude that stuff isn't good for you. do it outdoors where there's ventilation. just cause you can't smell it, it doesn't mean it won't do you harm (eg. carbon monoxide). i surely hope you didn't have kids around while doing this.