In a message dated 24/01/2004 10:50:40 PM Eastern Standard Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

What is  wrong with the #10 washtub and 5 Gallons of
kerosene with a active wire and  bristle brush. A good
strong back is a must with this method. It cleans  the
case as good as you want it. Phil

Kerosene will not remove  the oil stains nor the crusty corrosion deposits
stain left by road salt  and coolant.
Cheers,

Frank  Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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camping event, Almonte, ON, June 10 ~ 13, 2004
'87 Westy & Lionel  Trains
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