Author Topic: Using the Dishwasher!!!!! (Read 4957 times)

Stu400 · « **on:** March 07, 2007, 01:10:03 PM »

Ive had a look at the previous posts but cant seem to find any conclusions about using the dishwasher to clean things.

1. Does it give a good labour free result?
2. Does it do the dishwasher any harm?
3. Will it make the dishwasher smell?
4. Will the salt cause any corrosion?
5. Will The economy 35 degree cycle be enough?
6. should I take the dinner things out first?
7. Is saying " I bought the dishwasher, why cant I use it for my stuff" an acceptable reply after being caught.
8. Are they complicated to use?
9. Is a concours bike likely to be worth much in a divorce settlement?

c_kyle · « **Reply #1 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:29:09 PM »

What are you thinking about cleaning?

OldSchool_IsCool · « **Reply #2 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:30:55 PM »

I sure woiuldn't wash anything greasy that way, unless you and your scoot plan to move out soon, WITHOUT the mrs!

feliz · « **Reply #3 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:31:26 PM »

Use the dishwasher for bike parts and wash your dishes in a bucket of solvent. Problem solved!!

Stu400 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:33:28 PM »

I was thinking of cleaning the sump, oil filter cover, gearbox cover. carbs?

whole engine if its not too heavy?

c_kyle · « **Reply #5 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:36:48 PM »

I don't know, I wouldn't do it. My diswasher was too expensive to tear it up on purpose.

Stu400 · « **Reply #6 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:37:14 PM »

Quote from: feliz on March 07, 2007, 01:31:26 PM

Use the dishwasher for bike parts and wash your dishes in a bucket of solvent. Problem solved!!

Dont think she will be willing to use a bucket of solvent, could tell her it was express makeup remover though

mick750F · « **Reply #7 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:39:01 PM »

I knew a guy years ago that collected and restored "300" series Chryslers. When his wife caught him using the DW in the kitchen for cleaning parts he simply bought one for his shop. Problem solved. I don't remember exactly what he did but the parts cleaned up real nice.

Mike

Stu400 · « **Reply #8 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:39:18 PM »

Quote from: wulfshrunting on March 07, 2007, 01:36:48 PM

I don't know, I wouldn't do it. My diswasher was too expensive to tear it up on purpose.

Good point, its a german dishwasher, wouldnt be as reliable as a japanese one

c_kyle · « **Reply #9 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:50:31 PM »

There are several good cleaning tips in the Tricks and Tips forum, concerning Simple Green, oven cleaner, acids, etc.

hahnda · « **Reply #10 on:** March 07, 2007, 01:53:13 PM »

I've ran parts through the dishwasher. Only AFTER they were beadblasted and degreased. They were already pretty clean but one cycle through in the pots and pans mode with regular detergent made them sparkle.

No damage to the dishwasher that I could tell. I did run it a cycle empty to make sure nothing hung around.

Jonesy · « **Reply #11 on:** March 07, 2007, 02:05:05 PM »

A guy I know used his dishwasher as a parts washer for outboard parts. Worked like a charm.... (Of course, he was single)

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #12 on:** March 07, 2007, 02:05:42 PM »

This has to be one of the best wind ups ever Stu

.....but there is a seperate forum for jokes ect.

Sam.

BobbyR · « **Reply #13 on:** March 07, 2007, 02:13:06 PM »

You could probably use the diswashing detergent to soak the stuff and get the same result. This will keep the little lady from cracking your skull in your sleep or waking up with your nasty bits tied in a knot.

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ChevelleSSLS6 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 07, 2007, 03:28:02 PM »

buy an old used one and stick it in the garage, better yet build a workbench around it.

Stu400 · « **Reply #15 on:** March 07, 2007, 03:32:43 PM »

Quote from: ChevelleSSLS6 on March 07, 2007, 03:28:02 PM

buy an old used one and stick it in the garage, better yet build a workbench around it.

great idea, then she couldnt stop me using the dishwasher,

you are talking about my wife, right

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #16 on:** March 07, 2007, 04:51:02 PM »

Have you ever put anything aluminum in your dishwasher? Try it before you do your bike parts! The trisodium phosphate (which is the main cleaning agent) will leave it with a very dull finish!

SteveD CB500F · « **Reply #17 on:** March 08, 2007, 01:20:28 AM »

I let her cook the salmon in the dishwasher, she lets me clean my stuff.

Most I've done so far is the carbs, it cleaned all the muck off (even inside the float bowls) - it doesn't leave them nice and shiny though (even if you use that stuff that makes glasses sparkle in the ads). I used the standard cycle.

Odge · « **Reply #18 on:** September 10, 2009, 11:40:56 AM »

I used the dishwasher to clean my valve cover and cylinders. It did get them clean but they now have a dull grey color- I hope I can polish this color out. If not, I now have new look for my CB.

paddy paul · « **Reply #19 on:** September 10, 2009, 12:42:45 PM »

along with the dishwasher you might as well buy an oven for baking on paint, warming up various parts etc. I know with my wife she would buy the cot and tell me to move in to the garage since I allready spend so much time there.

flybox1 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 10, 2009, 12:49:23 PM »

be sure to use a good dishasher additive to avoid those nasty hard water spots

Slayer · « **Reply #21 on:** September 10, 2009, 12:53:49 PM »

I heard a guy complaining about what a crappy dishwasher he has because it is portable. I thought, garage......parts.......

Simpson · « **Reply #22 on:** September 10, 2009, 02:18:07 PM »

Actually... I've used my oven to bake painted parts several times.

But the parts cleaning will always be done with can carb cleaner or paint bucket of carb cleaner.

That stuff works.... well!

nokrome · « **Reply #23 on:** September 10, 2009, 05:41:44 PM »

i put my engine cases in the dishwasher after bead blasting to remove any leftover beads, worked great
i also put my cylinders and various other parts in the oven to bake on paint
.......my wife didnt care either time

1974CB750rider · « **Reply #24 on:** September 10, 2009, 05:48:58 PM »

I just ran this by the better half and the answer was not only NO!!!!!! BUT HELL NO!!!!!!!!!! So I guess I will still be doing mine the hard way. Although if I ever get a garage built I might buy one and put it in there. It sounds like a killer idea.

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Author Topic: Using the Dishwasher!!!!! (Read 4957 times)