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    cleaning carbon off of valves

    I got my 3500 heads taken apart over the weekend and Im in the process of cleaning everything up. Some of the valves have a carbon buildup along the seat. Is there any way to get it off without ruining the seats? Ive tried just some carb cleaner and that got off all of the residue but not the "chunks" Any help is appreciated.
    2006 AWD TBSS 12.538 @ 106.92 1.66 60' Bolt-ons only
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  • #2
    Nevermind, got it off. Used a pocket knife to get most of it off and steel wool for the rest.
    2006 AWD TBSS 12.538 @ 106.92 1.66 60' Bolt-ons only

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    • #3
      wire wheel on a drill works well too...
      Past Builds;
      [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/SuperDave]1991 Z24, 3500/5 Spd. 275WHP/259WTQ 13.07@108 MPH[/url]
      [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/5]1989 Camaro RS, ITB-3500/700R4. 263WHP/263WTQ 13.52@99.2 MPH[/url]
      Current Project;
      [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/6]1972 Nova 12.73@105.7 MPH[/url]

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      • #4
        wire wheel on a drill works well too...
        I was worried about using anything too abrasive around where the valve seats.
        2006 AWD TBSS 12.538 @ 106.92 1.66 60' Bolt-ons only

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        • #5
          Originally posted by silvergtjrad View Post
          I was worried about using anything too abrasive around where the valve seats.
          They're hardened.
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          • #6
            Oven Cleaner FTW!

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            • #7
              Originally posted by The_Raven View Post
              Oven Cleaner FTW!
              Yes!

              (i have a set of 2.8 valves soaking in Easy-Off right now)
              Past Builds;
              [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/SuperDave]1991 Z24, 3500/5 Spd. 275WHP/259WTQ 13.07@108 MPH[/url]
              [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/5]1989 Camaro RS, ITB-3500/700R4. 263WHP/263WTQ 13.52@99.2 MPH[/url]
              Current Project;
              [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/6]1972 Nova 12.73@105.7 MPH[/url]

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              • #8
                Can you use that on aluminum too?
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                • #9
                  Originally posted by ForcedFirebird View Post
                  Can you use that on aluminum too?


                  I've used it on wheels before to remove brake dust, i'm sure it would work...
                  Past Builds;
                  [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/SuperDave]1991 Z24, 3500/5 Spd. 275WHP/259WTQ 13.07@108 MPH[/url]
                  [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/5]1989 Camaro RS, ITB-3500/700R4. 263WHP/263WTQ 13.52@99.2 MPH[/url]
                  Current Project;
                  [url=http://www.v6z24.com/registry/superdave/6]1972 Nova 12.73@105.7 MPH[/url]

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                  • #10
                    I wonder if easy off has a strong base in it? If so that can pit aluminum.
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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by IsaacHayes View Post
                      I wonder if easy off has a strong base in it? If so that can pit aluminum.
                      That's what I would be concerned about using it on my 3400 upper.
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