BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out?

   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #1  

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Very aggressive wasps made a nest overnight in the rollover bar, entering through the small holes for accessory mounts. I sprayed the hole from a distance and they've moved on or otherwise are no longer a problem. However, I am unsure how to clean out the residue which seems to be petroleum-based and has warnings about paint damage. I've rinsed out what I can with soap and water. There seems to be no way to get a brush or wire down in the hole to remove the nest. Any suggestions?
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #2  
pressure washer?
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #3  
Air hose nozzle pressed directly into the hole may dislodge some of it. Probably never be able to get rid of all of it.
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #4  
Spray some wd40 or CorrosionX in there. Wasps don’t like oily surfaces and help prevent rust.
 
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   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #5  
I had a nest in my roll around cherry picker (engine crane). Found out at the worst time. 🤬 After spraying through the ends and all the holes, they were no more. After the nest dries out, they are easier to knock out. After a couple of whacks with a rubber mallet, it fell out of the end.

I keep tape over the ends and holes now. ;)
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #6  
Spray some carb cleaner or brake cleaner in there and don't worry about it.
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #7  
I vote for a flamethrower.
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #8  
that will take care of the paint damage as well
 
   / BX23S wasp nest in roll bar / sprayed wasp killer / how to clean out? #10  
Spray soapy water,. Spray rinse water.
 

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