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What's the best way to remove petrol gum / varnish etc from fuel taps and filters.. Obviously not soaking in petrol!

Tom

You could try ethanol, available from hardware shops and fireplace suppliers. It's a good solvent for fuel! REgards, Mark

Nail varnish remover?

I just use the same detergent we use in the washing machine in some hot water.

Carb-cleaner aerosol spray.

Soaking in acetone works but it will dissolve a lot of plastic/rubber parts.



Don't underestimate how effective a cleaner hot, soapy water is.

Use one of the specialist cleaner and degreasers that are used to clean the petrol tank before sealing

My 2003 service manual states; compressed air to clean air filter and kerosene or diesel to clean non electrical or rubber parts.

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