sperman Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I did a search for this, but didn't find any posts. If they're out there, please point me in the correct direction. I've been primarily shooting single stack. When I finally broke down and cleaned the gun I took it completely apart, and all the parts went in the sonic cleaner. I've switched over to production for a while, and I'm not sure of the proper way to clean my new M&P. Any recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta Lover Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I did a search for this, but didn't find any posts. If they're out there, please point me in the correct direction.I've been primarily shooting single stack. When I finally broke down and cleaned the gun I took it completely apart, and all the parts went in the sonic cleaner. I've switched over to production for a while, and I'm not sure of the proper way to clean my new M&P. Any recommendations? WHen I do clean my Glocks or XD I hose them down with Rem oil and wipe them off Yoy can really get 90% of the crap off a polymer gun with a dry rag most times Gun scrubber makes a plastic safe spray also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy_fuentes Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Simple Green cleans them. I then spray a little alcohol to help dissipate the moisture. After the alcohol evaporates, I use FP-10 to lube the gun. Buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gundry Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Red can CRC Brake-Clean, blow it all out with an air compressor, put a few drops of oil where needed and you're done. DO NOT use the green can CRC brake clean (non-chlorinated) - certain plastics and finishes don't get along real well with that stuff. Also, do not use excessive amounts of the red can stuff around open flame or natural gas heaters (ie garage heaters). Chlorinated solvents and combustion = hydrochloric acid = rusted heater and bad fumes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PINMAN44 Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 U don't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BayouSlide Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I like M Pro 7 cleaner and the polymer safe version of Gunscrubber for my Glocks. Curtis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Red can CRC Brake-Clean, blow it all out with an air compressor, put a few drops of oil where needed and you're done. DO NOT use the green can CRC brake clean (non-chlorinated) - certain plastics and finishes don't get along real well with that stuff. Also, do not use excessive amounts of the red can stuff around open flame or natural gas heaters (ie garage heaters). Chlorinated solvents and combustion = hydrochloric acid = rusted heater and bad fumes. I use non-chlorinated brake cleaner on my Glocks without any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcarter Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Another vote for Gunscrubber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 People: Don't waste your hard earned coin on GunScrubber and the like. It's nothing more than glorified Brake Cleener. Just read the MSDS sheets - they are on-line - and see what the main component is. Trichloroethylene or Heptane is the main ingredient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I throughly clean my Glocks once a year weather they need it or not. Barrel-Blue Wonder. Slide- Non-Chlorinated Break Cleaner. Frame-Simple Green and hot water. Note: I run a bore-snake soaked with Hoppes #9 through the barrel once or twice a month. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I did a search for this, but didn't find any posts. If they're out there, please point me in the correct direction.I've been primarily shooting single stack. When I finally broke down and cleaned the gun I took it completely apart, and all the parts went in the sonic cleaner. I've switched over to production for a while, and I'm not sure of the proper way to clean my new M&P. Any recommendations? If you have a sonic cleaner, that's your answer....they clean Glocks perfectly. That's what we used at the Pentagon (small indoor range) and man, was it a time saver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Lord Gomer Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 How long do you leave the parts in a sonic cleaner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledge Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 don't some ultrasonic cleaners damage plastic parts? The State Police qualify at our range, and IIRC, the armorer said that it would eat a plastic gun, or plastic parts on a gun. Is there something specific to avoid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19852 Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I use simple green and a nylon bristle brush. Works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markcic Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Dawn, toothbrush, kitchen sink, slide glide when done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glock shooter Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I like marine engine tuner. Works wonders on anything with a carbon buildup. Also, can be used as a lube in a pinch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taco101 Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Dawn dishwashing soap, hot water, and a toothbrush. Dry thoroughly. Lube with whatever floats your boat. Cleaning time? <5 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cy Soto Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use simple green and a nylon bristle brush. Works for me. Same here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSI Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 You guys that use Simple Green - do you rinse with water? or just wipe it off and leave some in there? Full strength or diluted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cy Soto Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 You guys that use Simple Green - do you rinse with water? or just wipe it off and leave some in there? Full strength or diluted? I spray it full strength and brush the parts with an old toothbrush. Then I rinse with running water to remove all of the Simple Green and lubricate the parts with CLP. Simple Green is a really good degreaser so make sure to add some lubricant/protectant to the metal parts to avoid corrosion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loves2Shoot Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 How long do you leave the parts in a sonic cleaner? 20 minutes with "green" cleaner (soap.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loves2Shoot Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 don't some ultrasonic cleaners damage plastic parts? The State Police qualify at our range, and IIRC, the armorer said that it would eat a plastic gun, or plastic parts on a gun. Is there something specific to avoid? Maybe if you use solvent, but you don't need to put the frame in the cleaner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PINMAN44 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 The best way is just wipe them down with a cloth or sock and some Q-Tips, wipe away from the vitals and then lubricate. They don't need much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Litig8r15 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I use good old Hoppe's and Slide-Glide to lubricate. Never had any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunH Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Ultrasonic cleaner with either M-Pro 7 or Poly Dunkit from Cylinder and Slide. Leave it in for about 30 min with some heat (warm not hot). Pull it out and let it drip, wipe dry, put together, and oil. Works great without scrubbing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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