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Removing grease from wire #6397271
12/13/18 05:05 AM
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What’s the best way to clean that thick black grease from 9/11 gauge wire? I’ve always boiled in degreasing soap, but it doesn’t seem to work that great. I’ve also heard that drain-o works, but I’ve never tried. Anyone got anything that works good?


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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397279
12/13/18 06:00 AM
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Gas ? maybe

Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397282
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I usually use vinegar but maybe you could try Gunk Engine cleaner first

Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397291
12/13/18 06:37 AM
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hands certainly work good gettin it off.









Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397293
12/13/18 06:42 AM
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You take the grease off then you deal with rust until that roll is done. It will rust faster than a Chevy during a Michigan winter.


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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397341
12/13/18 08:17 AM
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I boil mine just like I do my traps and I also wax it just like I do my traps. I put the whole roll in just as it comes from the store. Normal detergent used for washing dishes cuts the grease. No rusty wire messing everything up.

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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397399
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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397416
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Lacquer thinner, one of the best degreasers ever. Put in a bucket and swirl.

Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397785
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Spray with brake cleaner? I use galvanized side it doesn't have much, I let it exposed to weather, then use

Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397820
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I just leave the grease on mine...

Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397824
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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: AKnick] #6397887
12/13/18 07:46 PM
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Put some expensive clothes by the wire. In short time, the grease will all go to the clothing.


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Re: Removing grease from wire [Re: bhugo] #6397891
12/13/18 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by bhugo
Put some expensive clothes by the wire. In short time, the grease will all go to the clothing.

Lol! That is true! 5th wheel grease, may be worse though

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