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Removing grease from wire

Posted By: AKnick

Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 09:05 AM

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?
Posted By: mole

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 10:00 AM

Gas ? maybe
Posted By: Eagleye

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 10:05 AM

I usually use vinegar but maybe you could try Gunk Engine cleaner first
Posted By: pcr2

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 10:37 AM

hands certainly work good gettin it off.
Posted By: strike2x

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 10:42 AM

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.
Posted By: Posco

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 12:17 PM

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.
Posted By: Getting There

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 01:22 PM

Gunk
Posted By: EdP

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 01:35 PM

Lacquer thinner, one of the best degreasers ever. Put in a bucket and swirl.
Posted By: Tactical.20

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 09:22 PM

Spray with brake cleaner? I use galvanized side it doesn't have much, I let it exposed to weather, then use
Posted By: sjc

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 09:54 PM

I just leave the grease on mine...
Posted By: Newt

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 09:55 PM

I use mine as IS
Posted By: bhugo

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 11:46 PM

Put some expensive clothes by the wire. In short time, the grease will all go to the clothing.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Removing grease from wire - 12/13/18 11:48 PM

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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