I just ordered an ultrasound cleaner. The relative price seems to have come down since the 20 years plus, that I last used one. They now have heaters, that I don’t remember the one I used did.
I like to tinker with old guns, so most of what I buy needs some deep cleaning of all moving parts. In the past I would soak the parts in mineral spirits for a week and then start cleaning with an old toothbrush. I hope this new purchase will make things easier and faster. I don’t have a tumbler for brass, I have always done it by hand and accepted dull brass. Now maybe I’ll give it a go with ultrasound.
What I am most interested in is cleaning old greasy and gunky parts. What is the best solution to use? There are so many different things for sale these days. I think years ago we just used dish soap cold water and ran it overnight. Do I need these special products, or can I use normal cleaning products? Do you change the solution after each use? Any more pointers will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks