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how to get JP-8 or diesel fuel off clothing?

I got a rucksack that has JP-8 spilled on it. It wont fit in a washer and im not breaking it apart to make it fit.  Any suggestions. I have heard that coke will take it off, but i dont want it to be sticky.

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Oct 30, 2011. 7:01 AMRe-design says:
I'd try waterless hand cleaner. I've had good luck using it to clean off spilled grease and oil out of my shirts. Then rinse with water and let dry. You could try coke and then rinse well.
Oct 30, 2011. 4:12 PMseandogue says:
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Oct 31, 2011. 1:11 AMrickharris says:
For the UK Stoddard solvent= white spirit
Oct 31, 2011. 12:35 PMseandogue says:
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Nov 1, 2011. 1:21 AMrickharris says:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_spirit

used in the UK to clean paint brushes widely available. Not recommended to get on the skin though.

it;s flash point appears rather low though at 21 to 50 deg C
Oct 30, 2011. 1:44 PMlemonie says:

Liquid soap - rub it in, rinse, repeat.

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Oct 30, 2011. 8:05 AMrickharris says:
Ouch The smell! Wash in a tub of soapy water - it will take time. Eventually fresh air will take the smell away - Eventually!
Oct 30, 2011. 7:27 AMThe Skinnerz says:
If it's bad, some brake cleaner will get almost anything off, but you'll need to give it a good rinse off afterwards.

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