tkfal86 0 Posted May 29, 2013 I just received a Spikes Tactical 16" Barrel for my first AR-15 build. It obviously came shipped in the bag with grease. Any suggestions on the best way to clean it? I know that stuff can be hard to get off. It was like when I bought new mec-gar mags for my p226, they were slathered in grease and took a while to get off. I just don't want to ruin the barrel. Any tips or suggestions? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nickel1911 0 Posted May 29, 2013 I'd run some dry patches down the barrel until you get the majority out, then spray it down with some degreaser. Then give it a thin coat of a good lp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HavocMan 13 Posted May 29, 2013 Mineral spirits will dissolve the cosmoline/grease. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tkfal86 0 Posted May 29, 2013 Awesome...Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ari_Gold_Schlager 0 Posted June 15, 2013 I'd run some dry patches down the barrel until you get the majority out, then spray it down with some degreaser. Then give it a thin coat of a good lp Exactly what I do. +1 here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sharrie*1 1 Posted June 15, 2013 Having an automotive background, I like to use brake parts cleaner. It leaves no residue behind and cuts nicely thru the grease or cosmoline. I find that places like advance auto parts run this on sale pretty often. Note that you must oil just after cleaning because the brake parts cleaner removes all the protection from rust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC_68Westy 1,024 Posted June 15, 2013 Hot water works fine to remove grease. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
High Exposure 5,664 Posted June 16, 2013 Hot water with Dawn dish soap works great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
