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Clean off old gasket safely?


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I'm trying to scrape a gasket from my oil pan, but the surface is not flat, nor is it strong. Anyone got any suggestions besides a scraper, because around the bolt holes (20 of em!) its raised and I feel like I am going to damage it if I keep scraping. How about a wire wheel? Is that safe to not damage the surface?

 

I appreciate any suggestions.

 

Thanks!

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Did you try a liquid solvent?

that will soften it, some

Depending if it is aluminum or steel, you can use a die grinder with either the red or light brown pads.

 

never use rollock pads on aluminum!

 

i have pads for aluminum, they are rubber and dont harm aluminum.

 

 

dude if you that scared bring it over here and ill clean it off for $10

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im not scared :) I just wanted some suggestions....now I have a few. I believe its steel but im going to check to be sure....

 

just went and stuck a magnet to it...its steel. ill get it clean.

 

Thanks!

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