--- Lee Kouns <LeeKouns@WEBTV.NET> wrote: > Hi everyone, > The front carpet on the driver's side of my 88 van > has gotten soaked > with brake fluid. I'd appreciate any ideas on the > best way to get it > out. Are there any problems removing the carpet and > then replacing it > after cleaning? I assume I'll have stains even if I > can remove the > fluid. Pull the carpet out of the van and spray it with a garden house for about 1/2 hour. There shouldn't be any stain left, but if there is, sprinkle or pour some laundry detergent on it, scrub it with a stiff bristle brush and rinse as necessary. I do this to my front carpet and the piece between the seats as needed, usually right after someone spills a "biggie" drink on the front floor. The carpet ends up looking like new. Good luck,
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