Technical help for Series one, two and three Lambrettas. Models include the Li, Li Special, TV, SX, GP, Serveta and API/SIL models
by eyeguy » Tue May 16, 2017 5:54 pm
I am rebuilding the top end. what can I clean the mag housing and cylinder head with before putting back?
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by Covboy » Tue May 16, 2017 6:34 pm
I used a dishwasher but that led to all sorts of domestic issues.
I now use brake cleaner.
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by Knowledge » Tue May 16, 2017 7:40 pm
Yeah, it tried the dishwasher, but I didn't find it very effective. At least my missus never found out.
Try Tool Station. They do brake cleaner in an aerosol can for £2.45. I always buy three when I am in there.
http://www.toolstation.com/shop/p17879?table=no
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by daniel whiteley » Tue May 16, 2017 9:16 pm
Oven cleaner like mr muscle
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by Meds » Wed May 17, 2017 9:12 am
Oven cleaner and a suede brush for the alloy
If it's the outside of the cylinder head (between the fins) you can use sand paper, a clean rough surface aids heat transfer.
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by St George » Wed May 17, 2017 5:25 pm
Try brick cleaner £10 a gallon at B & Q. Very strong.
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by eyeguy » Thu May 18, 2017 11:58 pm
Thanks to all. I'll do the dishwasher first and see what happens!! Then I'll try the rest.
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by daniel whiteley » Fri May 19, 2017 3:26 pm
The dishwasher may clean it but it leaves them grey and dull
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by eyeguy » Sat May 20, 2017 1:05 pm
Not really going to use dishwasher
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