Customer Reviews for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
Item# 151516
Monster Parts Wash is an aqueous substitute for solvent-based cleaners. This is a non-carcinogenic, non-toxic, non-flammable, non-butyl, non-ozone depleting, biodegradable, non-hazardous clean up and Ph 7 solution with rust inhibitors, to inhibit corrosion of metal parts or steel parts. U.S.A. Includes 5 gal., Application Aqueous substitute for solvent-based cleaners, Works With Degreaser. Makes up to 25 gallons Must leave pump running to introduce oxygen into the system as product may acquire a slight odor if unused
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Rating Summary (24 reviews)
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12 of 24(50%)would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
Review 1 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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DO NOT BUY
,May 14, 2012
By Anonymous
from Newport NH
"This stuff is worthless. Not only does it not remove grease but wont even take oil off parts. Will never buy anything from this brand again."
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Review 2 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Works better than expected
,March 9, 2012
By PartsMan65
from Tulsa, OK
"After much research I chose the Monster line for a green friendly parts wash. I will keep buying this product for our shop and I was even impressed with their customer service. I called to talk to the company to inquire about the product and they were very friendly and even called to see how I liked the product a week later. Their customer service made a good point this product is a green alternative to a solvent product so you can't expect same results."
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Review 3 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Not quite what it claims.
,June 13, 2011
By WindBlown
from Wichita, KS
"I took a chance and bought this product even though there were many differing opinions about its abilities. I thought I'd give it a chance. Now, 6 months later I've gotten rid of it.
It claims it "is an aqueous substitute for solvent-based cleaners." Sure, it'll wash stuff but it will not break down the thick, caked on grease that most old engines have on them. I spent more time scraping than washing. It also states that it has a "Ph 7 solution with rust inhibitors, to inhibit corrosion of metal parts or steel parts." Not surprising with a water based cleaner, steel parts will rust after being washed with this product.
It did go anaerobic as stated in other reviews but it never did smell, either. I tried multiple different ways to keep the product aerated but, unfortunately, it foams like dishwashing soap so I had to trade keeping it aerated and my washer overflowing with foam vs. it going bad. Looks like I made the wrong choice. I did run the pump often and in colder months it wasn't a problem although it did freeze. Once it got hot, however, it didn't take but a couple of weeks and it was shot.
Bottom line, I don't think this product is all that it claims, costs quite a bit for something with that much hassle and that little benefit.
I'd recommend researching some other product and leave this one be."
It claims it "is an aqueous substitute for solvent-based cleaners." Sure, it'll wash stuff but it will not break down the thick, caked on grease that most old engines have on them. I spent more time scraping than washing. It also states that it has a "Ph 7 solution with rust inhibitors, to inhibit corrosion of metal parts or steel parts." Not surprising with a water based cleaner, steel parts will rust after being washed with this product.
It did go anaerobic as stated in other reviews but it never did smell, either. I tried multiple different ways to keep the product aerated but, unfortunately, it foams like dishwashing soap so I had to trade keeping it aerated and my washer overflowing with foam vs. it going bad. Looks like I made the wrong choice. I did run the pump often and in colder months it wasn't a problem although it did freeze. Once it got hot, however, it didn't take but a couple of weeks and it was shot.
Bottom line, I don't think this product is all that it claims, costs quite a bit for something with that much hassle and that little benefit.
I'd recommend researching some other product and leave this one be."
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Review 4 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Dont buy this product
,November 16, 2010
By Dano59
from Northwest Indiana
"We purchased this product and do not use it very often, last time i went to use the product is forming a green wax type of solid in the parts washer. We tried to go green but when it comes to getting the job done this product did not work."
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Review 5 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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5 gallon parts cleaner
,May 26, 2010
By 2001z28
from fargo nd
"works pretty good in my heated 30gal parts washer. i used 6 gallons of parts cleaner to about 20 gals of water but i think ill buy another 5gal of the cleaner and add that too. it has a little harder time cleaning the caked on deep grease but over all i like it."
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Review 6 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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not so good
,May 24, 2010
By francky
from NY
"we used this product to wash our drill rig parts on a jobsite, not so efficient against grease. i would not recommend for tough job, might be good for small repair shop."
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Review 7 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Monster Solution
,October 19, 2009
By NODDERMAN
from Perth Amboy, NJ
"While this product does all it claims to do, it is hard to get the average Joe Mechanic to switch from brake cleaner or diesel fluid as these products dissolve grease more readily. I would recommend this product as advertised."
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Review 8 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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The truth about Monster
,August 8, 2009
By TaterSalad
from Sacramento, CA
"I worked in an automotive machine shop for 4 years and I restore cars now for a hobby. I needed a cleaning solution for my parts washer. I decided to try this stuff since it is near impossible to get the old solvent that I had come to know and love. I bought 5 gallons of the Monster cleaner. I put it in a new parts washer and hoped for the best. I was very disappointed with the cleaning power of this product. I could not even take the grease off my hands. Since then I purchased and replaced the Monster with Simple Green and it works pretty darn good. Both Monster and Simple Green leave a little residue on all your parts. I take that off with carb cleaner before assembly. If you aren't convinced, buy it. Don't even think about adding water to it.... I love northern tool, I don't like this product."
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Review 9 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Monster Parts Wash Concentrate
,July 13, 2009
By Jagvette
from Queen Creek, AZ
"After diluting to the recommended level the solution is too week to be of use, perhaps it is better not diluted.
It leaves a film on the parts and cannot remove grease."
It leaves a film on the parts and cannot remove grease."
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Review 10 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Unhappy then happy
,April 6, 2009
By HappyCustomerinFL
from Cutler Ridge, FL
"I bought 25 gallons of concentrate for my parts that were greasy much like the other reviews. My parts were not coming clean, I called the company that makes the product and talked to the head monster who was kind enough to guide me through my issue. The company instructed me to add water past the point of where my pump was picking up and since the product is a quick release it was picking up the oil in which was floating at the top. Once I added the water my whole issue was resolved. It worked wonders. I appreciate the customer support I received from this company."
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Review 11 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Monster parts wash concentrate
,March 30, 2009
By nicrevewer
from Las Vegas, NV
"About the best thing I can say about this is (nice bucket) when you buy this, dump the wash concentrate in the toilet and use the bucket."
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Review 12 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Very Satisfied
,November 7, 2008
By WeeMan
from Jacksonville, FL
"I was very pleased with how well this product worked. Our company is going all green and for a water based product it out performed my expectations. We clean mostly small auto parts and it cuts the grease very easily. Will be buying more."
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Review 13 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Useless
,September 15, 2008
By baroen
"I tried to clean heavy black grease off of some tractor brake parts and this stuff did absolutely nothing. Even after soaking them for a week. As one reviewer said it might be fine for light cleaning of plastic parts but forget it for anything else. A waste of money."
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Review 14 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Very Disappointed - very pour product
,August 20, 2008
By Anonymous
from Georgia
"I used this product full strength in both warm and tepid water. I did nothing but move the grease around. (It did a nice job washing my hands!) After about an hour of washing some steering knuckles, I let them soak overnight. The concentrate still would not dissolve any of the grease. I would have been better off with Dawn dish washing liquid in the kitchen sink.
I finally resorted to spraying concentrated Simple Green from a spray bottle on the parts and it took the grease off with little effort.
This stuff is a waste of money and if I thought I could get my money back I would pour it back in the jugs and tote it back to the store."
I finally resorted to spraying concentrated Simple Green from a spray bottle on the parts and it took the grease off with little effort.
This stuff is a waste of money and if I thought I could get my money back I would pour it back in the jugs and tote it back to the store."
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Review 15 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Parts cleaner works great
,August 11, 2008
By Landscapeing
from Arizona
"This brand works great and is not to expencive!! I would recomend it to anyone! The product worked a tell the last drop!"
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Review 16 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Good Stuff
,July 23, 2008
By Tarheel
from Marshall, NC
"I love this product, I am looking to purchase an even bigger size than the 5 gallon. I clean a lot of plastic moldings and it works great. Highly recommend it to anyone."
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Review 17 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Welcome to the wonderful world of "Green" products
,April 21, 2008
By 1Automan
from Greenville, SC.
"If your looking for a products that cuts through grease, dirt, and grime without having to invest some good old-fashion elbow grease, then this isn't your product. However, if you invest some time & effort then it will work for the most part, but don't expect to see the same results as the old solvent based cleaners. In fact, the product even says so right on the container.
The product isn't bad, in fact I prefer it over the Simple Green professional cleaner, but it wasn't the "Monster" I was looking for in my parts washer."
The product isn't bad, in fact I prefer it over the Simple Green professional cleaner, but it wasn't the "Monster" I was looking for in my parts washer."
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Review 18 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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Super juice!
,January 14, 2008
By EconomyCycle
from Chicago, IL
"This stuff is basically Simple Green at a bargain price. Works great, biodegradable, non toxic. We use it here in our Powersports dealership"
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Review 19 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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It Works!!
,December 5, 2007
By BillM
from Myrtle Beach
"We had a time turning over from using solvent to aqueous and have found this product to work very well!"
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Review 20 for Monster Parts Wash Concentrate - 5 Gallon by Monster Labs
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PRODUCT WORKS GREAT!!!!
,December 5, 2007
By BUCKYC
from Alabama
"If product is used in concentrate form as suggested it works excellant as a aqueous cleaner. It does not dry out hands and cleans parts unlike most aqueous cleaners we have tried. We would recommend this product.."
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