any advice on engine compartment cleaning?

[Phyguy]

Black beauty needs it. Bad.

 

[Raptizzle]

I've always been told to keep the motor running while blasting it with the hose.

 

[OrangeAddict]

Multiple applications of Adams all purpose cleaner and a fe brushes. Then hose and repeat.

 

[MagicMtnDan]

Here's what I've done with great success:

1. Go to DIY car wash place with sprayer and foaming brush (bring quarters)...

2. Keep engine running

3. Open the hood

4. Look for the under hood electronics

5. Note to self: Avoid under hood electronics directly

6. Spray (water only as I don't want to spray soap and then spray again with water) under hood and engine

Done!

 

[JeepSRT8]

I haven't had to do this on this truck yet, but on my previous vehicles I would take it to a local car wash and have it steamed cleaned. Always made it look brand new, never had any problems, but like I said that was on different vehicles.

 

[blockdoc]

Supposedly, there is an engine in this video:

Engine Cleaning Video | Vehicle Detailing | Car Care

 

[Marcs]

^ go boating....cleans inside and outside

On a serious note, cover electronics with plastic bag, engine running, no pressure washer, use "mist" setting, agitate with brush, rinse and repeat.

 

[blockdoc]

^ go boating....cleans inside and outside

That's not very nice. My wife said I should have my username changed to Admiral.

 

[SHAI HULUD]

Black beauty needs it. Bad.



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You just wanted a reason to show off your dirty engine!

 

[tbone]

I heard you steam clean it