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Tip on finer filtering of solvent in a parts washing tank.
DIRT RIDER #117 Aug 1992 pg. 35

Reorganize your auto workshop (garage workshop). Build your own parts washer from a double sink, 5-gallon pail and a submersible pump.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #231 Sep 1982 (v.32#7) pg. 118

Washing machines for your grimiest outdoor cleaning chores. What is available in down-sized electric pressure washers for homeowners. How they compare with pro-duty washers. What they can and can't do.
HOME MECHANIX #720 Apr 1988 (v.84) pg. 88

How to make a small parts cleaning tub from an old electric water tank.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #58 Jul-Aug 1979 pg. 90

Build your own parts-washing tank. Est. cost: $105.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #81 May-Jun 1983 pg. 166

Build a pressurized solvent sprayer to clean grimy machinery.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #81 May-Jun 1983 pg. 168

Parts degreaser uses an electric drill driving a small pump to provide a stream of kerosene (or other solvent) for cleaning parts. A metal basin, backsplash, and stand complete the unit.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1976 (v.145#1) pg. 91

Patio sweeper/washer is built from PVC pipe that connects to a garden hose. Spray arm can be adusted. Est. cost: $10.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1979 (v.151#3) pg. 168

Inexpensive parts degreaser is made from an open-top 55-gallon drum.
VINTAGE AIRPLANE Nov 1994 (v.22#11) pg. 9

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