I have been scraping and washing in a parts washer the forward end housing
> and the gasket for the water punp and the front cover are very subborn. The
> only thing that seems to work is a dremel sanding drum. Is there an eaiser
> way? I am worried about maring the cast iron although the new gasket
> should seal adequately. Thanks for any help.
>
> Joe Berki
> Limo EZ
>

 

A cup style wire brush with twisted wire sets will take anything off of cast iron without hurting it.

 

Not for any other surface. Just cast iron. Use in a low to medium speed drill motor.

 

A face shield and safety classes. Thick gloves and long sleeves.

 

Lynn E. Hanover