Dec 24, 2010 · Re: Building an engine cleaning hot tank, need advice... If you want something that works very well, go to your local chemical/laundry/motel supplier and ask for sodium hydroxide.

Dec 28, 2002 · By the way, the reason we changed from a hot tank is mostly the work involved in getting a block, or heads clean. Most people don't realize that a hot tank does not really remove rust, or hard …

Jul 21, 2000 · Can anyone tell me what is used for "Hot Tank" solution at engine machine shops? What precautions must be observed if used in a home shop? I believe it must be caustic (the opposit of …

Feb 14, 2007 · Another process that really works well for cleaning cast iron / steel is using a 'hot tank'. Most engine rebuild shops have them and while they use chemical solutions that can be costly, there …

Nov 9, 2005 · Got a big block to take to the cleaners. Have a choice between the chemical hot tank and cooking in the oven. Is one method better than the other ?

Feb 10, 2017 · Jim Ciganek of Enginious Machine Werks of Kingston, WA performed the following to my low-mileage, never-been-rebuilt 4-bolt main block and rectangular port heads: 1. hot tanked and …

Oct 7, 2012 · Wondering if anyone has done their own DIY hot tanking? Basically, put water and baking soda (or washing soda) in a non conductive container. Put in your dirty, rusted part and other ferrous …

Jan 7, 2007 · I personally had about 1/3 of the original paint left on the exterior of my block after hot tanking. The grease, grime, and other foul goodness on the other hand is gone. I'm just going to …

Dec 19, 2007 · Is it necessary to have your block hot tanked when you take it to get machined ?? I am on a budget and am trying to keep costs down,the block has brass coolant plugs and the cam …

Apr 7, 2007 · around here 30 bucks to surface the block per side and 100 bucks gets a bore job with or without plates. about 30 bucks for the hot tank and 15 -20 bucks for cam bearings and 25 bucks to …