Re: Best way to clean a negleted Shizuoka mill???

When I was in the Artillery, we used big pressure steam cleaners to knock
the crud off of things.  If you're going to strip and lube things fairly
quickly, that might work well for you.

Brian


"Mike" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> "R Laury" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> > I just bought a Shizuoka CNC mill . The iron is in super excellent shape
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> > it has been
> > neglected for about 5 years. I plan to load it on a flat bed trailer and
> > bring it to my
> > shop (about .5 miles away) I want to really clean this thing up before I
> > bring it inside
> > for refurbishing. I can rent a high pressure washer if needed to knock
the
> > crud off.
> > But what can I use to soften this goop up. Also, do you guys think the
> > pressure washer
> > idea is ok?. I plan to remove the controls, cover up the head and use it
> > mostly on the main casting and knee.
> > Also, would it be ok to use Scotch bright pads in the table?? The table
is
> > in mint condition
> > but stained from years of neglect. Any ideas appreciated.
> >
> > RonL
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> When I am cleaning up machines for an auction I use any water mixed
> degreaser like Simple Green in a spray bottle for the painted areas and
> 10W20 or 30 for the bare metal.   Takes a little time but gives very nice
> results.
> Mike
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