Anyone use Gun Scrubber?

[max503]

I picked up a can of spray Gun Scrubber from Walmart to use on my Thompson Contender. Instead of dissembling her, I thought I would remove the grips and flush the action with the Gun Scrubber. Is this a good/bad idea? If nothing else I figure I can use it as a general solvent and cleaner.
Thoughts?

 

[jimmyj]

Gun Scrubber

I have used it in the past to completely remove oil, dirt, debris in a weapon. However I first disassembled the weapon.
Before reassembling the weapon it will need to be lubricated as the Gun Scrubber leaves the weapon completely dry.
I have heard that automobile brake cleaner will also work.

 

[diyj98]

I have heard that automobile brake cleaner will also work.

Make sure you buy non chlorinated brake cleaner. They say the chlorinated brake cleaner puts off very dangerous fumes. I'm not a chemist, but don't want to take the risk.

 

[robertrwalsh]

I use it, on occasion, to really decrud something. As noted above it does leave the weapon bone dry. Personally I do NOT use automobile break cleaner for this purpose, though a lot of people do. The active ingredients are pretty much the same. It just bothers me. The firearms specific material is just not that expensive.

 

[Fishinfool]

I have used it as well, in the manor you describe, and it works well, but as noted above, you need to re-lube the action (I like Rem Oil, as it does not harden up or become sluggish in cold weather if you over apply).

Now days, I use carburetor cleaner, as apposed to brake cleaner, as I believe any way, that it is less likely to damage plastic or non metal parts that may be in an action of some more modern guns.

Larry

 

[Toddlars1]

All I ever use is Gun Scrubber followed up with Rem Oil or Barricade...Great stuff

 

[stansdds]

Gun Scrubber and non-chlorinated brake cleaner do a fine job of removing oil, grease, dirt, etc. They do not leave any oil or corrosion protection, so if it is something that will rust or corrode... you will still need to use something like Corrosion X, Breakfree, or Rem Oil.

 

[Charlie Foxtrott]

I use it pretty often.

A hose down with gun scrubber followed by a hose down in Kano Kroil. This followed by a blow out with compressed air. This is about the best ever lazy mans gun cleanup, and relube. Works like a charm.

Brake cleaner is a poor substitute IMO.

 

[.38SuperMan]

I used Gun Scrubber, Hoppe’s Blast and Shine (think that’s the name) and one other brand for many years. They all work about the same but vary in price quite a bit. I use it to strip everything off the gun after disassembly and cleaning everything thoroughly with Hoppe’s 9 solvent or similar. I like to totally strip all the old oil and dirt each time I shoot. I then thoroughly oil everything and reassemble.

This week I picked up a can of brake cleaner and used it yesterday. It worked pretty much like everything else and runs 1/3 to 1/2 the price. I have a degree in organic chemistry and all four cleaners are very similar.

The only recommendations I’d offer are to use them outside or in very good ventilation and wear nitrile gloves. I would expect the vapor to be absorbed in the body if inhaled and like other toxins go to the liver for detoxification. THere’s always the danger of absorbing solvents through the lungs if you breath it or skin if you get it on you and causing liver or even brain damage.

Also remember the vapor is extremely flammable and can be ignited by a spark.

 

[murphydog]

Good advice above. I don't think chlorinated brake cleaner is still sold but check the label if it looks like an old can.

Also, be sure to remove any wood from contact with Gun Scrubber or similar products. It makes a dandy remover of shiny wood finish - don't ask me how I know.

 

[chief38]

Not a bad idea for an initial cleaning after purchasing a used gun for a deep thorough cleaning. Since presumably most here keep up with their firearms maintenance, repeated use should be very rare. A can of Gun-scrubber lasts me for years since after an initial use it usually never gets used again on that particular gun.

As others have stated - oil and protect metal immediately after using G-S as there will be no rust or lubrication protection left.

 

[CCantu357]

I have used Gun Scrubber for years, as well as similar products such Remington Action Cleaner, Break Free Powder Blasts, and Hoppe's cleaner and degreaser. They all work well, but care must be used around plastic and wood parts.

However, my favorite is M-Pro 7. This product is not only safe only almost all materials, it cleans bores and degreases parts in an outstanding manner. They also make a great copper solvent and oil as well. It is also seems easy to find, as everyone from my LGS to Academy sells their products.

 

[Babysitr]

I don't see much difference in the two products myself. I use Brake clean, being from truck repair background. Use caution with both!

 

[Daniel Howe]

Ultra sonic cleaner with spic-n-span, blow dry with air compressor and then rem-oil. works good on the grips too.

 

[Justin T]

I would not hesitate to use gun scrubber as often as needed. However, I usually have carb cleaner and mineral spirits on hand and that’s what I use, followed by CLP of some flavor.

I do have a habit of bringing projects home that require some judicious cleaning, and these tend to work well for me.

 

[DWalt]

A spray can of brake cleaner or carb cleaner (which is what I always use) will work every bit as as well as anything else for gun cleaning, and be much cheaper. I always use it outside.

 

[292]

Don't use brake cleaner on modern camo finishes.


One who knows.

 

[Rule3]

Gun Scrubber is great comes in two flavors. Polymer safe and regular.

On metal guns Brake Kleen works just a well and is cheaper.

It is another internet rumor about the difference between chlorinated and non chlorinated.

Chlorinated is TCE
Non Chlorinated, is acetone and other chemicals it is also very FLAMMABLE

Both need to be used in well ventilated areas and wear eye protection.

The thing about the chlorinated is if you use a torch to heat metals it gives off a gas. So if you dry your guns with a blow torch don't use it.

Both are solvents and can kill you, Both carry a DANGER label

Read the MSDS or use simple green and water.
https://docs.crcindustries.com/msds/5085.pdf

https://docs.crcindustries.com/msds/5089.pdf

The electric parts cleaner is the same TCE but more money

https://docs.crcindustries.com/msds/5089.pdf

 

[Narragansett]

Non chlorinated brake cleaner and compressed air. Gun Scrubber is too expensive. Do not get on wood or grips. Everything must be relubed.

Brake cleaner can be had for 3.00 /can