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Dstributor cleanup, what to use?

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2wrench

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So many changes, crank, cam, etc. I do not want to throw
into the mix anything else such as carbs or distributor.
I know they worked fine before my rebuild. Presuming
a fine running engine, these can be addressed a little more
down the road (no pun).

So what can I use to clean up the distributor's body?
I was thinking a brake cleaner or something that will
evaporate off surfaces rather quickly.

We do have the electronics (points/condenser) that could
get a bit wet from the cleaner, though I would try to avoid
this.

Suggestions, please.
 
If you can find it, I'd probably try to use Lectron 2020, Isoblast, or Quantum 2000. Then I'd finish it off with a rinse of Isopropyl Alcohol since even though those three cleaners are "electronics safe" they still leave a film.
 
I've used brake cleaner w/o issues. Cleans well and I use it on a lot of stuff.

If you're taking it apart, glass beads @40-60psi leave a nice finish. But after blasting I always use brake cleaner and compressed air to finish it off anyways.
 
I have used spray can carb cleaner on this (with an old toothbrush or my wife's toothbrush -- can't recall which).

But I would at least remove the base plate with the electrics (2 screws?) to protect them. Also, while that plate is off is the ideal time to clean and lightly lube the weights.

Really so easy to open this up for cleaning you might as well.
 
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