"Scet" wrote in message
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"Robert M. Gary" wrote in message
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Looks like I've got an oil leak in my 550 hr SFNEW IO-360-A3B6
Lycoming engine. My mechanic says I should clean the engine and see
where its coming from. I feel strange cleaning the engine. He said to
use an automotive engine cleaner and then wash it off right away. I
guess its not different than flying through a level 5 rain shower but
I can't see spraying my mags down with a hose. How do most of you do
it?

I don't think paint thinner is appropriate to use. It is highly flammable
and will damage paint, obviously dependent on the type of thinner used.
Scet.


Paint thinner (mineral spirits) will NOT damage paint. It is flamable, but
unless atomized, it is not highly flamable.
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Jim in NC