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Old 09-20-2006 | 09:41 AM
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I am looking for suggestions on the best bilge cleaner for removing oil. I had leaks in my drive oil reservoirs that have left oil marks streaking down the inside of the transom. I need to get this clean but can not really get back to scrub. Is there anything that can spray on and rinse off that will do a good job? Thanks
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Old 09-20-2006 | 10:05 AM
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HOT water and Simple Green in a bug sprayer.
Chase it with plain water when you're done.
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Old 09-20-2006 | 10:53 AM
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Greased Lightning or Purple Power.
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Old 09-21-2006 | 08:35 AM
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Zep citrus or Purple cleaner from Home depot.
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Old 09-21-2006 | 08:46 AM
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Spray Nine.
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Old 09-21-2006 | 11:24 AM
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Old 09-21-2006 | 12:16 PM
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Thanks guys, I will pick a couple of these up and give them a try.
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Old 09-22-2006 | 09:44 AM
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Whatever you try....keep it off any Aluminum you have back there.
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Old 09-22-2006 | 12:17 PM
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Dawn or Palmolive soap --- specifically states "to cut grease". It has always worked great for me and is easy on the plastic parts (bilge pump etc....).

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