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any tips for getting gear oil smell out of fabric?


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so today I manage to temper my glorious high of finally pulling that 2wd aX-15 (long story) by promptly getting gear oil dribbling out of it all over my hat that I had set down next to the Jeep.  fml

 

so it's been washed with the rest of my work clothes but still reeks.  next up is a lengthy soak in dish soap and warm water.  no idea if that will actually do anything.  :thinking:

 

thoughts?  I love my work hat.  I'd buy a thousand more if they were still available, but they are not.  :(

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so today I manage to temper my glorious high of finally pulling that 2wd aX-15 (long story) by promptly getting gear oil dribbling out of it all over my hat that I had set down next to the Jeep.  fml
 
so it's been washed with the rest of my work clothes but still reeks.  next up is a lengthy soak in dish soap and warm water.  no idea if that will actually do anything.  :thinking:
 
thoughts?  I love my work hat.  I'd buy a thousand more if they were still available, but they are not. 
Use the purple degreaser cleaner sold at autozone and other parts store. Spray it on the hat until its dripping, throw in the washer and air dry it. Repeat if needed.

1986 Jeep Comanche X
4WD GM 2.8L V6
Front: Stock Dana 30
Rear: Stock AMC 20
Los Angeles CA

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You might try a citrus cleaner on it next.  I've gotten oil type stains out even after they have been through the dryer.  They have spray type for clothes, another for BBQ grills, or just hand cleaner for mechanics.  Enzymatic cleaners and odor removal for pets also.  Nature's Miracle for example.

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I've tried Ozium on car interiors. Takes out the smoker smell. You can find it at True Value or the Auto Parts Stores. I've used K2R to lift oil out of wood. It is made to remove stains from fabrics. Not sure if it would work as well as other stuff. 

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