Is this ok to clean a throttle body with?

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Nov 3, 2006 | 05:58 PM

MjMaro

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Is this ok to clean a throttle body with?

Will steel wool and regular dish soap be alright to clean out my TB, don't want to screw anything up. Thanks

Nov 3, 2006 | 07:11 PM

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I have used Simple Green and hot water after removing the sensors. I just made sure it was well rinsed and dry before reinstalling the sensors.

Nov 3, 2006 | 07:16 PM

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should be, i used carb cleaner

Nov 3, 2006 | 08:29 PM

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Anything that is safe for aluminum should be fine. I used parts cleaner but seafoam is what I'm gonna try next. Might let the **** soak in there for a little wihle.

Nov 4, 2006 | 12:55 AM

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Thanks guys, i thought it would be ok but I didnt want the shaft that the blade is bolted to to end up sticking or rusting internally.

Nov 4, 2006 | 01:28 AM

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use a carb cleaner, dish soap tends to leave a residue behind regardless of rinse.....i wouldnt use that anyway....thats something your wife should be using....theres a "man rule" on that somewhere