Not that is a very good question.....

haha not since the oil cooler lines were replaced

No. They are using oil absorbing pads similer to the kind we use on boats. They actualy float on the water, and only absorb the oil. Water does not affect them.

i used brake cleaner to get off some of my oil stains...there were relatively fresh thou not sure how it works for aged oil stains.

I don't think even brake cleaner would help at this point. I even tried straight laquer thinner on it and it wouldn't do anything. I'll give it a try though. Anyone else know how to get rid of diesel oil driveway stains?

found on another forum:


"This works 100%,its not enviromentally friendly.

Pour some gas on the stain and then put some plastic wrap on it (food wrap). This stops the gas from evaporating, let it sit an hour, scrub and then wash of with water. If you soak it up you'll have gas rags. Although you can burn the rags instead of putting it into the ground. Just don't burn anything down while your at it. :)"

http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load/tips/msg0311591214457.html?16

Also found this:

"If the old stains do not respond to the soap and water method you can consider using a solvent like kerosene to help lift the stain. But I do not like to use solvents as they are very dangerous to work with. The fumes from these products can ignite and cause serious harm to you and your home. If you decide to work with solvents, I would only do so after consulting with your local fire department's fire prevention officer.

Some people have had success lifting oil stains using muriatic acid. But keep in mind that this chemical, even when mixed one part acid to ten parts water, can and will dissolve some of the cement paste at the surface. Couple this with scrubbing and you very well may alter the appearance of the concrete once it dries.

Clean concrete can be treated to help minimize the penetration of oil and water that contains dirt and pigments. Some of the best products are clear water and oil repellents that contain silane and siloxane ingredients. These chemical solids help block the tiny pores in concrete to stop water from entering and soaking into the concrete. The silane and siloxane products allow the concrete to breathe. This is very important for concrete that is subjected to freezing temperatures. The clear repellents are easy to apply and dry clear."

I park in front of the neighbor's house. Its a free country and the street parking is for the public in my area.

Just kidding.

:)

Ken300D

I didnt buy a mid 80s AMG product. I bought a fine specimen of german engineering, the diesel Benz! Fix the leaks!

That kit was put together by Kent Bergsma up in Washington state. He comes up with a lot of convenient items to make the experience easier at a cost though.
A bad leak though would blow back beyond that plate & leak off of the transmission & rear floorboards I would think. Paul.

I use feminine adult diapers to absorb all the oil. Cheap and comes w/ stickers! (will only stick to dry clean surface)