Good tips Michael! Take care, G.

That's right Bain- time is all it takes. I don't mind it taking as much as it might if I'm not standing over a sink for hours with an aching back and a face full of chemical...lol. I've been throwing in parts and doing other things while they clean. It's like having a helper. Good story on the reel. It's a testament to them getting into all the nooks and cleaning out the garbage. I now want one as big as a house....lol. Take care, G.

LOL! Thanks Jerry. Good luck, G.

That's cool Kirby! I love mine as well. I too have used it for small carbs (among tons of other stuff) and it simply works great. Much better than my old way of carb cleaner and wire- like you stated. I need to get some Pinesol to try out since I've heard it works great. Agreed, it's worth every penny! I really want to get a bigger one so I can do larger parts. Mine's rolling up on 2yrs old and the only problem I've had is the basket is getting brittle and falling apart. New ones can be had on Amazon for little cash. If/when yours starts breaking up, look through the comments and you will find a reference to a better style replacement- either plastic or stainless steel. Take care, G.

Thanks Mac! I've now cleaned many parts, bolts, nuts, etc. The bigger stuff is what I'm down to now and it's not fun cleaning the old school way for sure. I want a bigger one already. Anything you can think of can be cleaned with one. It's just a matter of using the right chemical for the job. They work great for sure. Take care, G.

***** Thanks for this. I have the smaller HF model and it works well also. Regarding cleaning large stuff, if you don't already know about it, look into electrolysis (for rust removal, not the hair-removal method). It's simple, uses a battery trickle charger, water, and washing soda (sodium carbonate). Here's a basic vid: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a5pxd8hzm7yVooU.html What the vid doesn't tell you is that electrolysis removes or at least loosens almost anything (not just rust) that is stuck to iron-based metal, including paint. Also, the process is not actually removing rust (although some of it does separate), but rather restores the steel or iron on a molecular level by separating the oxide part of iron oxide, leaving just iron. I've used it many times with great results! Only use it on ferrous metals though. Stainless steel is a no-no, as electrolysis liberates chromium, which is a heavy metal. Sorry this is long. Hope it helps!

durlydurl No problem! Glad to hear the smaller model works well. Thanks for the rest of the info, I'm sure it well help others out as well. I am familiar with electrolysis, and do know it's quite effective, but have never used the method personally. What's funny is I could have used it plenty to date, and have everything needed down to the washing soda...lol. Take care and good luck, G.

Always my pleasure to share info. It's what's great about KZfaq! Instead of washing soda, baking soda works almost as well. I've since found out that the washing soda can be made by putting an amount of baking soda in the oven @ 300 deg F. for 15 mins or so. But I bought the washing soda at my local Ace Hardware store (arm & hammer). Best wishes.

durlydurl I agree! This site is great. I used to have to go to the library, randomly call people, or drive to businesses to pick brains. Now I just move to the computer and- done! Good info on the baking soda. You've jogged my memory. When I read washing soda and Ace Hardware- it dawned on me I actually have a box. I can't remember why I even bought it- but that's where I got it...lol. I know I have looked into electrolysis- which may be the reason I have it- I can't think of any other reason I would have picked some up...lol. G.

That's cool Gerald. Take care, G.

what cleaning solution did you use for the pistol?

That's cool. I do use it for jewelry from time to time and it works great. I fill it with water, then use a glass jar with whatever solution for the cleaning and put the jar in the tank. It's a good way to save on solution. Good luck, G.

Thanks Lonnie! Hope it works out well for you. Take care, G.

Good info Jim! Glad it's working out for you and your purposes. Take care, G.

Thanks for the tip! G.

That's an excellent point, FIGHTTHECABLE. I wouldn't have thought of that, and it makes a lot of sense.

If you use a metal basket make sure its made of round wire. If you use any flat baskets it absorbs the energy instead of reflecting it. The goal of ultrasonic cleaners is to focus as much of the cavitation energy to the surface of the parts in the bath as possible.

Plastic basket will also melt when using mineral spirits :)

Wonder if using a glass jar, as suggested in another comment, with no basket would be better.

That's cool Richard! I know folks use these, or tumblers to clean their brass. I do have a HF vibratory tumbler for deburring parts I machine. It's loud, but works pretty good. I've looked into reloading, but I don't shoot enough to justify the cost. Meaning, I was entertaining a progressive press, etc. I give what little brass I acquire to a friends father-in-law so they don't go to waste. That aside, it's a great little cleaner and works well- especially for what I paid! Take care, G.

Yes, it's great for that. Take care, G.

No problem! G.

I would agree Jerry! I've just "really" started using it and I already want a bigger one...lol. They're tons of things that can be cleaned with a simple push of a button. Good luck, G.

+Mod Mike Good idea Mike! Take care, G.

Good tip Dirk! Thanks for the info, G.

@@ghostses I.e. you can't allow acoustic coupling near the piezoelectric transducers.

Thanks! Makes perfect sense. Take care, G.

I think it would more depend on the chemical that you choose over the ultrasonic aspects of it. Start with Dawn ultra dish soap, then go from there. Hope this helps, G.

Thanks Ralph! It could be better for sure. Overall I'm satisfied with mine, but would like a bigger one though. Good luck, G.

That's the way I roll H!...lol. Take care, G.

@@ghostses so mine keeps shutting off for no reason. Have you had this issue? It's also brand new.

Good tip! G.

I wouldn't know Julane. Good luck, G.

+Phayzyre105 Good info on the smaller unit! Thanks for the post, G.

It works really good Roland! Anything that can be fit can be cleaned with no effort. You could clean bladed in it for sure. You might have to turn it a time or two and run another cycle- but no big deal. G.

Paul, I pour off the back left corner. I know exactly the gap you're speaking of. I don't know if there is a seal in there or not, but I've been doing it since new and it still works great. Hope this helps, G.

Joe, I use Simple Green and Purple Power with a 50/50 mix. Take care, G.

Mark, I would say its effectiveness is dependent on what is being cleaned and what chemical is being used. I've never used a rust removing product in it, so I can't say either way. Good luck, G.

+RakinBill Great tip! Thanks and take care, G.

A hanger would be better than what I used for sure! Thanks for the suggestion, G.

I know they're getting strict on the coupons these days. Thanks for the info, G.

I don't think it's that powerful- but it would be fun to try. G.

Would you use SG to clean carbon if all you had was a brush (Heck no.) There's your answer... You still should use whatever solution you would normally use. US baths just do a better job of getting into tiny nooks and whatnot that a regular brush may not.

I don't see why it wouldn't work Brenda. Just use the proper cleaner for what you're trying to achieve. Good luck, G.

Depending on what I'm cleaning- I do too. Take care, G.

I really don't know the answer to your question Larry. I can say I have good luck using Dawn dish soap or Simple Green for my small carb cleaning. Perhaps someone else will chime in with a more directed answer. Good luck, G.

Simple Green is good stuff I use it all the time.

That is is Larry! I also use Purple Power for some things- but on nothing aluminum. It's another great product. G.

Yep. I get the Purple by the gallon at Walmart. Seems to work just as good.

Good deal! G.

I don't know. Download the manual to see if give those specs. Take care, G.

@@ghostses 👍

+hussain hadi I really don't know. G.

It's the larger one of the two. I now want a bigger one for larger parts since I now know how well they work....lol. G.

Haha. Thanks.

+DarkLinkAD I've never tried it, but I see no reason it would cause any damage. Good luck, G.

It sure does. Not sure if the electronics are the same, but I wouldn't be surprised if they came out of the same factory.

+CushionOfWealth I made the wire handles for the basket, so them coming off was my fault. G.

Dear *****, Don't panic, I'm not your Mother. Being perfect all the time isn't necessary nor desirable. I'm sure your purchase and modification were the very best thing for you; you've certainly shown by this video that you're happy with the item. I'm (everyone's) happy that you did the video and shared your experience. . I had NEVER before realised that such a device existed, I had a preliminary view of one at a "new home", where one was installed to clean vegetables, dishes and other metallic items. . I don't know if I'll buy one, I don't use my kitchen all that much. . Have A Good Week. . Cheers. C.

+CushionOfWealth Oh, I wont! I only have one and she's the best one could ask for. The explanation was to convey the cheapness you referenced was not a shortcoming of the cleaner- but rather one of mine. It does work well for what it is, and what it cost. I'd not considered using one in the kitchen for various things. I use mine to clean greasy parts in my shop. I'd probably best get a new one for kitchen use, or the veggies and flatware might taste like a dirty car engine...lol. Take care, G.

Jenalin Balela That's cool! I really like it. G.

Jenalin Balela For these parts, I used Purple Power at about a 3:1 ratio. Purple Power is a great cleaner/degreaser. I also use Simple Green from time to time. I guess it all depends on what you're cleaning as to what you might choose to use. Hope this helps, G.

+ghostses If mainly firearms parts, jewerly what would you recommend. So far am hearing Simple Green Pro HD is good. Simple Green also has an Aircraft one but more expensive. Let me know what you recommend. Thanks.

+Nick Patel Nick, for jewelry I use a 50/50 mix of standard Simple Green and water. I also use this mix for most things. The bottle claims 1:10 for heavy cleaning, and 1:30 for light cleaning, but I'm an over achiever...lol. I've not cleaned any of my firearms since purchasing this, but I would probably start out using the same mix to see how well it worked. I have some SG HD but have not used it for much yet, nor have read any warnings on what it might damage. The standard Purple Power should not be used on aluminum. They have an aluminum safe product, but have never used it. I didn't know SG had an aircraft version, but don't think it would be required for anything I would clean. For my firearms, I would clean the parts using the heater function, rinse them with hot water, blow them off with compressed air, and immediately oil them down. I haven't used any of mine for a couple of years but am anal about how clean they are. This will be my method next time and should save me tons of time and swabs...lol. Not necessarily recommendations, just the way I would attack it for myself. But either way, hope it helps. Good luck, G.

It will burn your fingers when the heater is on! G.

Maybe they've changed things over the years. G.

@@ghostses I just bought one on-line last weekend and it took it.

That's cool! Good luck, G.

Thanks for the post, G.

Good tip! G.

+Jeff Mullinix The dog bones went in super nasty and came out super clean so I would say it works extremely well. If you're referring to the carbon on the valves- chem-dip would be my preferred product- but not used in the cleaner. Not much of anything else will touch carbon. G.

That's right! I guess one could fashion a rotisserie to it. You could cook and clean parts at the same time!!! G.

+VHO TECH LOL!!! Take a carbon motor brush and leave it in some Berryman Chem-Dip and see what you get. Funny if we couldn't remove carbon buildup, every internal combustion engine and every firearm out there could never be clean again. G.

Why they call it carbon 14 and not simply carbon.

That's the mass. Guess we know who failed chemistry here.