SOS. OIL IN DASH. SOS

[pflaming]

When I started my engine, the connection to the oil gauge was wrong and I pumped some oil into / onto the back of the dash,  which now must be a fire hazard. I.have opened It up so I can somewhat get to it, And cleaned all the wires but there remains oil in the recesses and seeps out.  Oil does not evaporate, so it must be removed.

 

Suggestions requested!  

[Plymouthy Adams]

gusher gusher gusher.....register with the stock market and sell sell sell...?

[pflaming]

One solution thar I will use first. 
 

 

Apply baking soda to the area. This will soak up the oil. Allow the baking soda to sit for 10-15 minutes.^[4] 

 

^{then will vacuum and blow it all out.} 

 

[pflaming]

I first sprayed everything behind the dash with acetone to thin any oil, since acetone quickly evaporates, thought that was safe. Connection at battery still off. 
    Then I covered the area with backing soda and forced it into cracks and joints. Then let that rest for 15 minutes and put the air hose to it. That really cleaned things.  I checked back after an hour and no wet spots. Will wait until morning then recheck  and reblow with air before I close it back up.
 

 

[casper50]

Nice solution.

[pflaming]

Yes, I think all is safe now.

Edited September 4, 2020 by pflaming

[Frank Elder]

Brake Kleen should remove whatever is left and evaporates on its own.

[pflaming]

I put together a new oil on my bench. But my flex hose is no good and I’m having a difficult time finding a new one, VPW has them but very pricy. Suggestions will be appreciated. 
paul

 

i found what I need at Roberts. Ordered it! 

Edited September 16, 2020 by pflaming

[Brent B3B]

14 hours ago, pflaming said:

I put together a new oil on my bench. But my flex hose is no good and I’m having a difficult time finding a new one, VPW has them but very pricy. Suggestions will be appreciated. 
paul

 

i found what I need at Roberts. Ordered it! 

what vehicle you working on Paul?

you mentioned VPW but, also mentioned a "flex hose"

[pflaming]

Working on my ‘53 Plymouth. I ordered one from Roberts. Trust it’s the correct one! 

[Tooljunkie]

A simple substitute for a flexible oil line could be a grease gun whip hose. Weatherhead made a good one , dont know if they still do. Adapters from 1/8 npt to inverted flare are available too. 

[Young Ed]

I haven't used it yet but I've got a brake hose from a more modern vehicle that is supposed to be a direct replacement.