Alternator cleaning (safely)

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Jan 2, 2007 | 07:47 AM

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Alternator cleaning (safely)

What is the best way to clean a dirty alternator without damaging it? I dont want to mess up any electronics.

I was thinking degreaser/water 50/50 and a wire brush

any experienced input would be great.

Jan 2, 2007 | 08:02 AM

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Jan 2, 2007 | 08:45 AM

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all the electronics are coated, so you should be safe

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buy a new one, washing it will not give you more hp.

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Jan 3, 2007 | 10:46 AM

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Gunk and the power spray hose at the car wash,
when I'm doing the motor, underside and the suspension.

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Jan 3, 2007 | 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by senor honda

Gunk and the power spray hose at the car wash,
when I'm doing the motor, underside and the suspension.

Keeping them clean is easier than cleaning them up.-Bob

thats illegal to do in most self car washes

how long do you wait till you can turn on the car and drive away (let the alt dry?)

Jan 4, 2007 | 11:51 PM

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I never had to wait. Now that you have me thinking,................. I also remove the dist cap and pack a plastic bag inside it, as well as wrap the outside. I also blow water off the wires with my air tank. Failing to fully cover the distrib may cause condensation inside it and then it has to have water cleaned out inside it.-Bob

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how long do you wait till you can turn on the car and drive away (let the alt dry?)

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