[Shooting Jack]

I know a lot about shot making has been hashed and rehashed but I still have a question. I found liquid clothes detergent for $4.00 a gallon and wondered how much detergent I would need. I've never really heard a water to detergent ratio. My total liquid capacity is 9 gallons, hopefully that is enough, if not someone let me know. Thanks for your help. Jackie B.

 

[HSLDS]

Use the laundry soap 'straight.'

 

[chuckie68]

Problem with Detergent is it will foam up.

Fabric Softener is a better choice.

 

[HSLDS]

As long as it says it is OK to use in the new front loading washers it should not foam.

 

[Shooting Jack]

Thanks for your responses. I will have to check to see what it says on the label concerning the foam.

 

[HSLDS]

S. J.,

I wouldn't worry too much about it.

I've never had it foam using straight soap - no water.

I use the cheapest stuff I can find (either Wally World or a buying club).

Benefit is clean up is easy - just rinse and dry the shot on towels in the sun. When done just throw the towels in the wash - no need to add soap, there will be enough residue that you are good to go.

PS - don't tell the wife what you are doing with all the towels...

 

[Harley Lekvold]

I use liquid All and mix 4 parts soap to 1 part water.

I put my shot tank (with coolant) in the frig, so I start with the coolant at about 40° and make shot until the coolant reaches 135°

P M me if you any other questions.