I am still surprised how much crap is down in the nether parts of the engine. The amount of stuff stuck to the magnet in the oil pan was impressive. It was so thick and densely packet around the magnet, I thought it was a big donut or seal at first.
The parts washer turned out to be a good idea after all. I’m using a 3 to 1 mixture of water and Oil Eater. Even a single day of soaking with moderate brass wire brushing it really making a difference. Some of this may be wasted effort. Either because the painter will do it, or the part will get replaced. It makes me feel better in any case. Perhaps anyone that gets the parts for work will appreciate the attention and take better care on their end too.
Believe it or not, the above is after a day in the parts washer and some scrubbing. Back it goes for another soak.
