OK I've got a alot of time on my hands. I'm in the process to doing a major service and detail. As part of the service I will be protecting and lubricating surfaces but as a keen detailer I'm always aware of over zealous cleaning and washing off all the greases meticulously just put on. Essentially I will be applying the greases to a clean bolt and subject to various greasers/solvents to ascertain its resistance to being removed. (below) Test 1 Submerge the greases in the degreaser/solver over night Then hold then under a tap and observe the resistance. Test 2 Repeat Test 1 in a elevated temperature (100 degrees) Then hold then under a tap and observe the resistance. Greases on Test Specifically I'm looking at greases that may be used on calipers or bolt threads though some may no longer be recommended ACF corrosion block grease Red rubber grease Copperslip Mintex Ceratec Proslip clip Solvents/Degreasers/Cleaners These are the chemicals I use as part of my detailing arsenal at recommended dilutions Bilt Hamber Autofoam - Prefoam wash (Dilluted to 4%) Bilt Hamber Surfex - Dedicated greaser (Dilluted to 10%) Bilt Hamber Surfex - Dedicated greaser (Fully concentrated100%) Bilt Hamber Auto wash - Body Shampoo Bilt Hamber Auto wheels - Wheel cleaner will fall out remover Generic Brake cleaner ......Results to follow
