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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 12:26 PM
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One more question before I install the descreened MAF...
What do I clean the sensors with?
What kind of cleaner?
Can you get it at an autoparts dealer or do you have to go to a computer electronics store?
And then do you wipe it down or just let it dry naturally?
I figure I better clean it before I install it right?
 
Old Jul 2, 2008 | 02:05 PM
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They have a MAF sensor cleaner (I think CRC makes it) or you can use throttle body cleaner (DO NOT USE CARB CLEANER!)
 
Old Jul 2, 2008 | 09:59 PM
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Thanks for the cleaning information. Why not use carb cleaner? Isn't it the same as throttlebody cleaner?
 
Old Jul 2, 2008 | 10:25 PM
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No it not the same it leaves oil on it. The have it at Advanced Auto Thats were I get it.
 
Old Jul 3, 2008 | 11:46 AM
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Once again thanks for the input Rxsteven. And also for the input on the other answers too in the other thread about: Why you would not run a descreened MAF. I think I just accomplisshed tying the 2 threads together didn't I? By the way were are you located at rxsteven? Just curious. I am located in Houston, Texas. Where is every one else located also?
 
Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:27 PM
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Pittburgh - PA. Exciting huh? Blah!
 
Old Jul 3, 2008 | 03:11 PM
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I live in Alabama but im in Indiana for work. I should be back home by August I hope.
 
Old Jul 9, 2008 | 06:08 PM
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Is the CRC QD Electronic Cleaner the stuff that everyone uses to clean their MAF os there a specific MAF cleaner, because that is all I seen? Of course I was at Walmart.
 
Old Jul 9, 2008 | 06:33 PM
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Advanced Auto has it.
 
Old Jul 9, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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Okay I am glad I asked before I sprayed the dam thing. I will return the stuff tomorrow and get the correct stuff. Thanks rxsteven. Your a real mistake saver... lol
 



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