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06-16-02, 02:34 PM

cpt_gloval

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cleaning engine bay

i know it's been asked...

what would be the best way to go about cleaning the engine bay? what should i cover, what sort of chemical should i use (degreaser?), should i hose it down?

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06-16-02, 06:38 PM

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what i found to be the best degreaser is just ordinary stove cleaner. Just let it sit on there for a bit then wash it off with a hose.

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06-16-02, 08:51 PM

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Castrol has a enviromentally friendly cleaner called Castrol Super Clean which works very well. I also use it on greasey cloths with about 15 parts water to 1 part Super Clean and then drop it in the wash.

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06-16-02, 08:55 PM

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I've used Simple green... Worked pretty good

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06-16-02, 10:00 PM

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Castrol Super clean degreases good but it will tarnish aluminum so if you have it polished without clearcoat after using it once or twice you will see it get dull

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06-16-02, 10:47 PM

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I have washed mine with a pressure washer and I have never covered anything up. I use this spicy stuff they have at my dealership. It is so strong, just the sent makes your nose hurt and sting.