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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 08:45 PM
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Any tips on cleaning the engine and bay,it's looking pretty grimey.
I know it's not reccomended to jet wash so what can I do...thanks...
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 10:29 PM
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Cover alternator, intercooler, alarm and obvious electics. Soak in your choice of cleaner...Gunk, Daisy etc. Allow to penetrate the grime, agitate with a brush. Rinse with a low pressure hose. Repeat as necessary. Allow engine to idle for 10 mins, bonnet down. Apply rubber / vinyl dressing. Go for a drive.
Lift bonnet, admire and savour. Drop bonnet and relax
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 10:37 PM
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Just what I needed to hear..soon to be sorted,thanks....
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 12:13 AM
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If its really bad Gunk will do the trick. Agitate stubborn dirt with a brush then pressure wash at a low setting. Done mine over 2 years ago and have had no problems at all. I left to dry with the engine running then once cooled sprayed the whole engine bay with Swissvax Motor Shine which seals everything and disperses any moisture left. Only needs a quick wipe down now.
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 07:38 AM
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Where might one purchase swissvax motor shine...cheers.
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 08:57 AM
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Where might one purchase swissvax motor shine...cheers.
HERE mate.
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 09:08 AM
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Some pics. As said cleaned with Gunk and sealed with Motor Shine.





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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 09:13 AM
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That is clean..
I'll do some b4 and after shots when |I do it,cheers for the help...
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