cleaning grime off teins before install...
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cleaning grime off teins before install...
hi guys so i just got a set of used tein coilvers. i read on their site that the threads should be cleaned off, free from debris that can ruin the threading. im wondering would it be ok to spray the coilovers with a pressure washer from the carwash? i figured rain water and other liquids are exposed to the coilover i see no harm in pressure washing it from a safe distance. so whats the verdict?
edit: i will relube the threads and what ever else you guys reply with... thanks in advance
edit: changed wording so ppl know i bought coilovers not springs
edit: i will relube the threads and what ever else you guys reply with... thanks in advance
edit: changed wording so ppl know i bought coilovers not springs
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Originally Posted by rominl
dunno, i would try to avoid using that myself
probably just get a brush and some hose water....
probably just get a brush and some hose water....
i probally will just use a hose and brush...
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oh sorry i misunderstood. umm..... you got the tein cs right? supposedly it's better already coz' it's aluminum which is more resistent to water.
if i were you, i mght actually just use some wet paper to wipe it off. and then at most use some alcohol solution to clean it up
if i were you, i mght actually just use some wet paper to wipe it off. and then at most use some alcohol solution to clean it up
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Originally Posted by rominl
oh sorry i misunderstood. umm..... you got the tein cs right? supposedly it's better already coz' it's aluminum which is more resistent to water.
if i were you, i mght actually just use some wet paper to wipe it off. and then at most use some alcohol solution to clean it up
if i were you, i mght actually just use some wet paper to wipe it off. and then at most use some alcohol solution to clean it up
cool i'll look into it tomorrow i need to wake up at 6am and its already 1:40am here
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clean off the residue with brake cleaner. spray on, use an old toothbrush and work the threads and wipe off. make sure you lube the thread sleeve with some water resistant lube so it won't wash off when it rains. not too much lube as it attracts road grime. lube the area where the nut is going to be set.
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Might even use WD40 - works wonders and protects!
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