Cleaning up parts - recommended method and products?

[GrantOv]

As I'm digging in and replacing a few undercarriage parts but I also feel the urge to clean up some parts that I'm keeping or reusing. For example cleaning up my spindle before replacing my drum and brake bracket & calipers.

I assume good degreaser and a wire brush but is there a more effective method for parts both removed or still mounted?

 

[Sheriff41]

I mostly use full-strength Simple Green and a variety of nylon, brass, and steel wire brushes. Pressure washing, if you have access to one, is great for getting through the heavy stuff.

 

[c9zx]

I use Simple Green Aircraft and Precision cleaner to clean a variety of parts. Including carbs in an ultrasonic cleaner (10% cleaner the rest distilled water). I've also had good results using S-100. It is a bit pricey but can be diluted with water and still work well. Chuck