Cleaning the engine
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Cleaning the engine
ok, this may have been covered but did a quick scan through the posts and couldn't see.
How / what is the best way to clean the engine bay / engine, for the typical guy at home.
i've heard of steam cleaning, low pressure washing, wrapping certain bits in plastic bags / cling film / alu foil.
my mum's husband even goes over his jags engine with some kind of turpentine and a reasonably small paint brush.
but for the 'amateur' at home who has access to a small Kärcher, buscket sponge, soap, brush. what is the best way.
What bits need covering. if anyone has the inclination to post a picture of an engine bay with said parts covered. would be most appreciative.
thanks - an owner with a clean polished body, but a filthy looking bay.
How / what is the best way to clean the engine bay / engine, for the typical guy at home.
i've heard of steam cleaning, low pressure washing, wrapping certain bits in plastic bags / cling film / alu foil.
my mum's husband even goes over his jags engine with some kind of turpentine and a reasonably small paint brush.
but for the 'amateur' at home who has access to a small Kärcher, buscket sponge, soap, brush. what is the best way.
What bits need covering. if anyone has the inclination to post a picture of an engine bay with said parts covered. would be most appreciative.
thanks - an owner with a clean polished body, but a filthy looking bay.
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There is a good guide here Car Care Advice - How to safely clean and protect your engine bay
Also go easy on the inter cooler or put some card in it to protect the fins.
Also go easy on the inter cooler or put some card in it to protect the fins.
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Here.
I did what advised convered alarm,alternator and took it easy near the intercooler and other electrical lumps...
Used Auto-glym clean machine,3 different brushes and then some super-sheen(not shown in the pics...
Some pics without the shiney and 1 treatment done...(ignore the strut brace I added it wasn't hidden under grime)
I did what advised convered alarm,alternator and took it easy near the intercooler and other electrical lumps...
Used Auto-glym clean machine,3 different brushes and then some super-sheen(not shown in the pics...
Some pics without the shiney and 1 treatment done...(ignore the strut brace I added it wasn't hidden under grime)
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cheers for those. the link was in depth and seemed to tell that no worries for water + engine.
numpty question but where is the alternator, and do i need to cover the battery, terminal points are covered by rubber protectors, at least on the + terminal
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numpty question but where is the alternator, and do i need to cover the battery, terminal points are covered by rubber protectors, at least on the + terminal
cheers
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I have forgotten how many times I have posted this link.....
Polished Swiss
That should sort you out. Battery terminals are fine if they have a rubber cover
Polished Swiss
That should sort you out. Battery terminals are fine if they have a rubber cover
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