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Jig question Aug 7, 2016 16:44:15 GMT -7

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Post by Cramjet Racing on Aug 7, 2016 16:44:15 GMT -7

So, other than leaving the cans in the car to heat up in the sun, how do I keep the Jig a Loo coming out right? I have two cans of it, neither is even close to being empty, but they also don't spray right. I can't help but think that might just be spitting an uneven mixture.

I tried letting the nozzles soak in 90% alcohol overnight with no result.

I could just keep hitting them and letting them dry, but would that just wash off what I had before and not ensure an even spread?

Might just have to give in and order a case.

Eastman Racing BASX Pro 2x NPWDRL Champion Posts: 370	Jig question Aug 7, 2016 16:47:00 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Eastman Racing on Aug 7, 2016 16:47:00 GMT -7 if they are old cans thats the problem..what is the date on them
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Cramjet Racing Drops Mic... Walks Off Stage Posts: 275	Jig question Aug 7, 2016 17:12:48 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Cramjet Racing on Aug 7, 2016 17:12:48 GMT -7 2007

Eastman Racing BASX Pro 2x NPWDRL Champion Posts: 370	Jig question Aug 7, 2016 17:41:37 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Eastman Racing on Aug 7, 2016 17:41:37 GMT -7 the propellant goes bad in those older cans
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Jig question Aug 7, 2016 17:43:14 GMT -7 via mobile King Racing likes this

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Post by LetmRun Gravity Racing on Aug 7, 2016 17:43:14 GMT -7

The main solvent in jig is methylene chloride. Alcohol is more water like structually and may not be close enough to be effective at dissolving to clear the nozzles. Since methylene chloride may be difficult or expensive to get a hold of, try soaking the nozzles in acetone, which you can purchase at most hardware stores. Or get some fingernail polish remover from Walmart, be sure it is the acetone based version. Other solvents to try if you have them around the house include ethyl acetate(the other fingernail polish remover) or toluene(paint thinner).
Also, I shake the can vigorously before and during use to make sure all contents of the can remain well mixed. Even if the spray comes out like a splatter, the splatters should be just homogenized versions of what is in the can. In other words, there should be no problem. If the propellant in the can is weak try placing the can in a pot of water that has been brought up to boiling temp., not in a pot of boiling water for safety, especially if you have a gas stove. Let it set in the water for a few minutes then shake well and try.
If none of that works, throw the cans in the fire and run. After you are released from jail, order some jig as was mentioned with a newer date code.
Sorry for the length of the post and hope this helps.

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Jig question Aug 7, 2016 18:15:11 GMT -7

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Post by Cramjet Racing on Aug 7, 2016 18:15:11 GMT -7

Looks like my friend Steve King will be bailing me out on this one and sending me a newer can or two. I don't like how sometimes it is coming out clear, sometimes cloudy. It's hard to get consistency when you have a mystery mix and I suspect my Street Stock axles (the last ones I prepped) especially this last time got a bunch of propellant and not much silicone.

True North Racing Poll Group Posts: 166	Jig question Aug 18, 2016 19:47:44 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by True North Racing on Aug 18, 2016 19:47:44 GMT -7 Ok I have looked all over my cans to see what year they are and can not find a date anywhere. Can someone enlighten me on where to find the date on the cans? Thanks

Eastman Racing BASX Pro 2x NPWDRL Champion Posts: 370	Jig question Aug 18, 2016 19:51:26 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Eastman Racing on Aug 18, 2016 19:51:26 GMT -7 on the bottom..sometimes they dont have a date
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