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Old Jun 3, 2003 | 06:11 PM
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Cleaning engine bay

Im sure there has been much discussion about this but i want to pressure wash inside here and need to know the safest way to go about this so as not to destroy things. please let me know what i can and can't do. It is much appreciated, thanks. Dan
Old Jun 4, 2003 | 02:00 PM
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Simple green on a rag, thats what i use. then i shine it up with some tire dressing.
Old Jun 4, 2003 | 02:37 PM
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CD2 makes an engine detailing kit that comes with 2 products....a cleaner and a dressing. Many folks are happy with this kit, especially for the cheap price. http://waxdepot.safeshopper.com/65/315.htm?392

Griot's also makes a pretty good engine cleaner, and dressing, but as usual, it's pricey. http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....007&L3=L3_1501


Old Jun 9, 2003 | 11:56 PM
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You don't necessarily have to pressure was your engine, you can use a garden hose. Spray a good degreaser on a cool engine, be careful not to get in on the paint. Let it soak for a few minutes, start the engine and hose it off. Let it run until it's pretty dry.
Old Jun 10, 2003 | 08:59 AM
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I used some half strength Greased Lightning Orange Blast on my engine a week ago. Spray on a cool engine, wait about 5-10 minutes, scrub the problem areas, start car and then hose with low pressure to rinse the stuff off. My engine compartment looks a million times better now. That stuff works great in the door jambs too.
Old Jun 10, 2003 | 09:44 AM
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I would suggest a light spray cleaning then go after the details with Simple Green and finally dress up your hoses and plastic with either Zaino Z16 or Mothers Back to Black.
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