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Old 15th June 2019, 19:39   #1
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Out of interest, How much "sludge" etc would you expect to find in the bottom of the Intercooler On A Diesel with a lot of miles on it.
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A fair bit, wash it out with degreaser, let it soak overnight then powerwash it clean, itll feel like an extra 10 bhp.
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A fair bit, wash it out with degreaser, let it soak overnight then powerwash it clean, itll feel like an extra 10 bhp.
In the absence of degreaser would paraffin do??
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Yep, or diesel believe it or not!!
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Thanks Trikey I will give it a go.
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Thanks Trikey I will give it a go.
Wear gloves! it gets bit messy
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Oh I will do.I wouldnt mind but its not even my car I an doing
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