Who else's loves using break cleaner on there barrels?

[infideleggwelder]

I`ve seen it damage certain plastics too, but that was about 15 yrs ago, formulation may have changed, but i doubt it. i don`t like that it removes ALL the oils that have seeped into the cracks and crannies on a rifle, thereby allowing a chance for rust to get in if you miss oiling any of these places. especially in Southern Ontario.

 

[weasel1]

Down the barrel and cleaning the bolt.

 

[Squamch]

Something to keep in mind when using brake cleaner.

http://www2.worksafebc.com/i/posters/2013/ws_13_09.html

 

[lalunette]

I only use brake cleaner when cleaning a newly acquired milsurp... and only on the disassembled metal bits. I follow this with a dip in very hot water and, finally, a generous application of gun oïl.

 

[6MT]

Down the barrel and cleaning the bolt.

It's like a hot knife through butter down the barrel.

 

[Outwest1213]

I seen cans of brake cleaner on sale at Princess Auto for $2.50 today if anyone needs some.

 

[07blackwater]

I use IPA. I get it cheap and it's pretty benign on most things.

 

[Ganderite]

I use it on actions and bolts. One squirt and black crap flows out. Brake cleaner and a toothbrush gets my Ruger 22 pistol clean without having to take it apart.

 

[EL34/6L6]

bah thats like using baking soda and vinegar to clear a clogged sink, vs using clear line that comes sealed in a bag with tones of warning labels. I found it wasn't that great.

Hmm I found it to be exactly the same. Just less noxious.

 

[6MT]

I seen cans of brake cleaner on sale at Princess Auto for $2.50 today if anyone needs some.

...not bad. If you see them for $1.51, then that's a deal. And, no, I can't tell you where that is. I'd have to terminate you. Ancient Chinese secret.

 

[EL34/6L6]

$2.50 is darn good. Its like $6-7 usually.

 

[Viper26]

Keep in mind that most brake cleaners contain some pretty nasty stuff. Carbon Tetrachloride, Trichloroethane and Chlorobenzene.
Take proper precautions.

 

[EL34/6L6]

Keep in mind that most brake cleaners contain some pretty nasty stuff. Carbon Tetrachloride, Trichloroethane and Chlorobenzene.
Take proper precautions.

I wear nitrate gloves and only use the non chlorinated type for 30 secs or less in bolts.

 

[07blackwater]

Keep in mind that most brake cleaners contain some pretty nasty stuff. Carbon Tetrachloride, Trichloroethane and Chlorobenzene.
Take proper precautions.

The msds on trichloroethane is scary.

 

[Petamocto]

Their. A barrel is not a place.

If you're going to go full grammar nazi, don't forget to correct the usage of break = broken instead of brake = brakes on a car.

 

[6MT]

If you're going to go full grammar nazi, don't forget to correct the usage of break = broken instead of brake = brakes on a car.

yeah.... I did that already


don't 'ya just love that there internet?!

 

[rb2]

Something to keep in mind when using brake cleaner.

http://www2.worksafebc.com/i/posters/2013/ws_13_09.html

Anyone use slapshot. No chlorinated solvents.

 

[Rockcore]

Heh prof, you missed 'break'. But despite that, we all understood.

 

[Rockcore]

I've been thinking that used, with care, brake cleaner should be a great way to clean your bore. I'm gonna try it...

 

[saskcop]

Some of the biggest causes of damage to rifle barrels is not corrosive ammunition, but rather mixing chemicals. The biggest caution when using these cleaners would be to make sure you don't mix them - especially with stainless steel.