HF Parts Washer

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Re: HF Parts Washer

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Maybe we are thinking about this differently, and that's fine, you have to do what works for you. I don't see the use of a filter on the drain. Mine will likely be several years before I drain it. The heavier sediment is just laying harmlessly in the bottom of my washer and will remain there undisturbed until I drain it. When I do drain it, I can pump much of the solvent through the wand into a clean bucket. The remaining fluid will be used to swish all that heavy stuff through the drain into a waste bucket.

The large truck filter has been installed for month's now and is showing no signs of clogging yet. By using such a large filter, I believe I have created a combination sediment bowl and filter. With a large filter, the velocity slows down inside the filter and allows heavier particles to fall to the bottom. The pump I have doesn't have enough pressure to open the filter's bypass, so I will know when it clogs eventually. I find I am now using the parts washer several times a month now for things I would have wasted spray cleaner and paper towels on, or I might have lived with it dirty. Having it full, plugged in and ready to use at all times is great.

Post some pics of the pump arrangement inside and all the connections. I am betting we can come up with a way with fittings to filter the pumped solvent. I really like knowing that everything that comes out of the nozzle is clean enough for final wash of engine and hydro parts. The oil burner filter you have would provide ok filtering, but I think the dirt holding capacity is limiting. For me the large truck filter did the trick.
1872, 46", 50C decks, Haban dozer blade, 450 snow blower
2182-1, Kwik-Way Loader, 3-pt & rear pto, 442 tiller
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Also... The label on the outside of your tank is likely where your solvent came from, "Crystal Clean Product Reuse Program" uses the good stuff, typical low-odor, high-flashpoint mineral spirits based solvent. Link: http://www.crystal-clean.com/compliance ... rogram.asp
And... I will donate my HF wand that I ended up not using if it will help, just say the word! :beer:
1872, 46", 50C decks, Haban dozer blade, 450 snow blower
2182-1, Kwik-Way Loader, 3-pt & rear pto, 442 tiller
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Wow...u would actually give me a part from your prescious partswasher :) Tom u r putting too much pressure on me.....i really don't want to do anything other than use it. I don't see keeping fluid in it all the time. Won't it evaporate over months of no use? If I drain it into the can each project....next time I pour it out I could pour till I see funk starting to come out then trash the rest...or pour that in a glass pickle jar and let it separate further. So much pressure for a simple parts washer... :oops: I'm about to blow!
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Leave it in the parts washer and use it as Tom says. I recently emptied mine. I had used the stuff from TSC about 10 years ago. There was about 3/4" of sludge. I was able to pump out about 7 gallons of semi-clean solvonet. The rest I was able to wipe up with oil resistant rags. Other then the slow pump speed things worked out nicely.

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Things overheard from the Gibson household over the years...

"Kids, remember, when you're done in the sandbox today we have to scoop it all out, strain it very carefully for anything that shouldn't be in there, then return it to the sealed containers until we plan to use it again."

"Ok, whoever used the stapler last forgot to take the staples back out and put them safely back into the staple storage box until the next big project that needs a staple."

"When I'm done using my bench grinder, I take both grinding wheels off and wrap them up and store them for safe keeping."

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Good grief! Keep the tool available to use!

When you are more careful and particular than me you have probably crossed a line that requires professional counseling... Where's you're nephew, I need him to pile on here while the getting's good!
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Ah man....where is the love. :cry: well.... at least I know i can count on one person. Hey Big Mike....how about u and I go out for breakfast sometime.......do u like creamed chip beef? My treat!
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Mmmmm schitt on a shingle? I'd love to but i would have to fill the tires of the truck with fresh filtered air and pastuerize the engine oil :D

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:cry: Tom stuck the knife in.....and Mike...U TURNED IT! :cry:
I need a new forum!.....
..... where's Vinny....him and I r definitely on the same page!
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Oh..and Mike ...don't expect anymore Magnum updates! "No more soup for you!" :twisted:
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The way you guys are going about these parts washers you would think you run leapin sheep......my Cubs don't need that much work :lol:

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Let's just go back to "pasteurized oil", that was fabulous! Dave would definitely buy some!

I wish mine needed less work... I went for about two years where everything was fine, but have been into a run of repairs lately. And there are cars and other equipment to work on to...
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2182-1, Kwik-Way Loader, 3-pt & rear pto, 442 tiller
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Come on....i would not buy over priced oil. u guys r forgetting one thing.....I'm also cheap! So Mike u should have taken me up on that breakfast.... :lol:
Back to the main topic...i think I will use Joe's filter methods. Let the sludge settle to the bottom and try not to disturb it too much. I will try leaving it filled....but if it evaporates.... someone is going to pay. I did a test of my fluid and it is a non smelly solvent type. In my travels I'll pick up another 5 gal at tractor supply.
I did see some sort of a filter mat for the bottom but they were like crazy expensive.
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Tom...the way i see it, Dave does not have a problem...he did not build an overly elaborate filter system for something as simple as a parts washer!

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Touche', that's not bad! :beer:

Now I have to wonder what Uncle Dave either promised or threatened you with to turn on me! :lol:

Well, just had the 1872 carb start dumping fuel, so I will be glad to have the parts washer up and ready to use, and with fluid clean enough for surgery! 8-)

I could see not filtering it for general use, but my first job was for the hydro, they need even the smallest of particles washed away. I think we have Dave swayed to keeping the fluid in and available for use at all times, so that is the most important. If it's not up and ready to use, it will rarely get used.
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2182-2, 54" deck, 551 snow blower
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Tom Scott wrote:
Thu Jul 21, 2016 11:44 am
Let's just go back to "pasteurized oil", that was fabulous! Dave would definitely buy some!

I wish mine needed less work... I went for about two years where everything was fine, but have been into a run of repairs lately. And there are cars and other equipment to work on to...

Guys, I know it's a bit late, but homogenized oil would be more stable. Running hot will pasteurize it every run!

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Wow, definitely dredging up some old banter here!  That was a fun thread, I had to reread it to remember the "pasteurized oil" joke by BM, that was gold!

On the serious side, I'm still thrilled with my "overly elaborate project".  After all these years, no noticeable evaporation and it's always available to use.  I use it so much more than I ever thought I would with it always available.  I'm big into cycling (mountain biking in particular) and it's great to just be able to throw grimy sprockets and chains and anything else needed into the parts washer.  No regrets.
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:lol: I saw this thread pop up and I was like " Tom is still at it.... doing modifications to the parts washer ". Yeah that was fun...and I'm still draining the parts washer. It's amazing how the dirt settles out while stored in the jugs.
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:lol:
He said jugs! :lol:

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Ha!  Hi BM, nice to see you kicking about!  dag, I'm not so sure about!  Lol

dag, I'm proof that draining is a waste of time.  Since day one of this thread I've not had to add fluid.  Make sure you unscrew all your light bulbs before you go to bed each night, store them neatly...  :lol:
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Big Mike.....meet me outside by the monkey bars at recess! I have an idea how to pick on that nerdy kid with the two first names. ;)
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"Make sure you unscrew all your light bulbs before you go to bed each night, store them neatly..."
Why would Dag have light bulbs? I was under the impression that he lived where there wernt lectric yet :lol:

BigMike aint getting in no skirmishes with you two ruffians!

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The "monkey bar" reference is great!  Even as an old man, that reference just takes you right back to elementary school.   :beer:
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Tom Scott wrote:
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:37 pm
The "monkey bar" reference is great!  Even as an old man, that reference just takes you right back to elementary school……a place that Dag never graduated from. :beer:

Fixed it for you Tom. :D :lol:

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Well, "BM not getting into any skirmishes" didn't last long!   :lol:

We're terrible... this was nearly a semi-useful thread about a parts washer and it devolved into our typical clown show!  But, the fun is too hard to resist.
1872, 46", 50C decks, Haban dozer blade, 450 snow blower
2182-1, Kwik-Way Loader, 3-pt & rear pto, 442 tiller
2182-2, 54" deck, 551 snow blower
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Yes, Tom it is too fun to resist.
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From what I've heard, many forums got supplanted by Facebook.  But I refuse to go there, so I'll just banter here with the handful that are left.  I check for new posts every day, and it's always nice to see one of you guys posting.  Ken keeps us going with the ham radios lately, since his driveway didn't offer the excitement it does most winters!
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2182-1, Kwik-Way Loader, 3-pt & rear pto, 442 tiller
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I too, miss the IH Registry days and the Registry plow days.  They were great times.  Sometimes I reminisce by looking at the old IH Registry on the Way Back Machine.
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I refuse to join Fartbook. Or Facebook. Whatever you want to call it

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D2, I have the same attitude about FB, but I also won't criticize anyone that does use it.  Everyone needs to do what works for them.

I will say that apparently FB Marketplace has taken over for buying/selling, Craigslist is crap now.  I'm thinking I'll be using my wife's FB account to scope out things to buy!
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2182-2, 54" deck, 551 snow blower
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