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Date:         Tue, 29 Apr 1997 00:18:06 -0700
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From:         "Lon J. Thompson" <lthompso@csn.net>
Subject:      Re: rust on a longblock oops shortblock and more/Reply

Hello Steven,

I have had excellent results using Hoppe's bore cleaner (available in sporting goods dept., but not the 'gun oil') and a rough, clean rag. Use very sparingly. Whatever method you use, don't remove any metal from a machined surface. And don't sweat the rust on the rough cast sections of the block as it doesn't matter (unless its very deep). The heat of a running engine will take care of it.

Lon T. '86 Vanagon Syncro GL

Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. wrote: > > I've gotten a complete engine; a short block, two heads, 2 f.i. systems, > 2 intake manifolds, 2 complete set of gaskets, and more. I have yet to > put on the head. The problem is that some rust has started on the top > and has edged down into a cylinder, not much and not very far. > > What is the best way to deal with this stuff? I dont want to make it > any worse. > > Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. > -- > Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. .============. > "I am not Slow, but I am /__|| || || '82 Diesel->Gas > GETTING A NEW HEART!! | | | Vanagon > '--()-------()-'


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