stephenw22 Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 So I pulled the engine this morning. It took about 3 hours to get everything out of the way and drained. Then it took another 2 hours to strip the engine down. I was taking my time since I've never pulled a Subaru engine before. It was pretty smooth, and I could have shaved an hour or more off the pull time if I had done it before, and if I had all of the tools and equipment together. QUESTION: What can I use to clean off the gasket surfaces? On another vehicle, I'd probably use a steel-bristled brush, but I think that it would gouge the aluminum. Could I use a brass-bristled brush on a drill/dremel to clean surfaces off? Or, do I revert back to razor blade scrapers and dental picks? Thanks in advance for your help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbone Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Invest in a gasket scraper, they are less than $10. I dont think a brass bristle will harm the surface but it may take a while to clean that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBrumby Posted August 21, 2005 Share Posted August 21, 2005 i used brand new stanley knife blades on oil pan and valve cover (alloy bits). make sure you keep it level with the surface tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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