How To Clean Brass Pipes
Put pipe back together.
How to clean brass pipes. Remove pipe from cleanser and rinse under hot water. Consider cutting the pipe at each end of the fitting and replacing it if the brass fitting is highly corroded or these methods are unsuccessful. If this happens then you will have to braze the copper over again.
Slip the fitting onto the pipe and rotate it into the correct orientation. The best way to clean a one hitter pipe is to soak it in Isopropyl alcohol mixed with salt in a plastic bag or container for 30-60 minutes or overnight for the best results. When it is hot slamming it.
Wring out the cloth so its only slightly damp and gently wipe the brass surface clean. Another option is to make a paste of equal parts salt flour and white vinegar. Spread soldering flux on the outside of the pipe and the inside of the brass fitting with a small brush.
Remove the paper towels and rinse off the vinegar. Turn that 2 copp. Apply the paste to the brass and let sit for up to an hour.
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Heat the joint with a propane torch until the flux begins to boil. Unfortunately the pipe leading to the shut. If not all residue can be removed repeat steps 3 and 4.