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Old May 24, 2016 | 06:27 AM
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well i am a big fan of using starting fluid to final clean my metal parts before reassembly. i believe to a certain extent that it soaks into the pores of the metal and pulls out any residual oils and dries very fast. i did it on my fuel bowl and now the o rings where the plastic rod turns for the drain valve leak air while blowing just with human pressure. it was out for other reasons and i had already ordered a kit but it was a learning experience. a drop of oil does stop the leak for a minute.
 
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Old May 24, 2016 | 09:59 PM
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Best thing to clean the fuel bowl with is diesel and a brush. Starting fluid, brake clean, carb cleaner and like products will just eat the orings
 
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