basstender10.6
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Is it safe to soak trailer bearings in gasoline to clean them?
Thanks for your help. I actually used gasoline because I was kind of in a hurry to get my trailer ready, and it was amazing the amount of dirt that was in the bottom of the jar when I was done. Now my bearings are freshly packed and for the next time I have to clean them, I will know what to buy.dj722000 said:The correct solvent for anything petroleum based is mineral spirits. It costs half as much as gasoline, works better, and isn't an extreme safety hazard.
I agree, it will not hurt them, It isnt cheaper.....Is a LOT more dangerous......and WILL eventually ruin your day, and nowadays there is much cheaper ways since gas is almost the price of gold. [-X
Have to remember, we actually dont know one another and our capabilities and or our shop setup. So as a safety feature I would highly suggest not doing this. I for one dont want to hear of anyone sayng how they forgot they were playing in gas and lit a ciggy (pipe, cigar, whatever) and now dont have eye lashs or brows and 3rd degree burns on there hands.
Use mineral spirits. We all would sleep peacefully at night. Always safety since you may want to fish today or tomorrow. =D>
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