arcturus;
There are many different formulations for Brake Cleaner, so effectiveness and compatibility tests are always a good idea for a given job. Formulations which smell like dry-cleaning fluid (Tetrachloroethylene), I'm pretty sure are non-flammable...maybe the type Kay gets is of a similar formulation as spray Carb-Cleaners...these are (Highly!) flammable, and can be used to locate False-Air leaks or even to replace the fuel supply for quick tests, or to help start the Lawn-mower in the spring. A shop Fire-Extinguisher is not such a bad thing!
The non-flammable Tetrachloroethylene based Brake Cleaner is a lot safer if flammability is not needed, and generally does not attack the insulating lacquers used on magnet wire, so it is the preferred solvent for flushing out dust or carbon brush dust out of Relays or Electric Motor innards (Starter, Wiper, Windshield Washer Pump).
High order solvents are all good for removing stubborn sticker-goo or tree sap, or instantly giving the flying insects attacking you while you're working on a car something else to think about, besides defending their home, built in the door-gap...it can even be lit on fire at night for (questionable) entertainment, and to possibly impress the wife, pets and neighbors (Don't try this at home style!)...uses are almost endless!
Cheers
Last edited by Ron Kwas; Dec 27th, 2017 at 16:37.
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