1998 Chevrolet Camaro Pistons

Tiny
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET CAMARO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • RWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 168,000 MILES
Hi I am doing some work on my 1998 Chevy Camaro. It has the LS1 motor. The pistons are dirty and I want to clean them. Can I use carb and choke cleaner on them. If not what should I get from advance or autozone. Thanks.
Friday, April 25th, 2014 AT 8:48 AM

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Tiny
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Have you already removed the pistons? If so, the dirt is most likely carbon. I usually just use a wire brush to clean them.
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Friday, April 25th, 2014 AT 9:50 AM
Tiny
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No not yet but I am at that point to pull it out. If the wire brush doesn't clean it what can I buy to get it close to clean. I will try the wire brush first. Thanks for the help.
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Friday, April 25th, 2014 AT 9:56 AM
Tiny
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Carb or brake cleaner
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Monday, April 28th, 2014 AT 5:01 AM

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