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Posted: 4/3/2005 9:48:02 PM EDT
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What's the best way to remove cosmoline from: Metal parts and Wood 
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Whatever solvent (including EasyOff) that you use, DO IT OUTDOORS FOR MAXIMUM VENTILATION. Even if you're using EasyOff, you need this because of what you're dissolving. Remember that a lot of these solvents are EXTREMELY flamable, so make sure that there are NO ignition sources anywhere around you while you work. I've heard that EasyOff is easier on the wood than a lot of other solvent-type cleaners, but I don't have any experience. I would not use any "fuel" as a solvent, period. Too many hazards. Something with a faster evaporation rate, like naptha, paint thinner, or the like would be preferable. These thinners also would leave less residue. Has anyone tried carb cleaner? What about brake cleaner? Both are supposed to be pretty harsh solvents, so they should clean up Cosmoline, as sticky and stubborn as it is. |
| I used Murphy's Oil Soap on the stock. It worked great. Use a plastic planter box (the kind that you put flowers in) to hold the stock & wash it down with Murphy's & water. Scrub with a vegetable brush. You have to change the water a few times because it gets really dirty. |
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