Engine cleaning/detailing
12-10-2002 | 09:21 AM
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Engine cleaning/detailing
My car is currently in for a full engine rebuild and, whilst I know absolutely nothing about engines myself, I want to assist where possible. I intend to clean some of the engine components: Manifolds, fan etc etc and wanted some tips. Any recommendations regarding what to do and which products to use would be greatly appreciated.
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12-10-2002 | 10:23 AM
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Powder coat the fan and housing. You can use wd-40 and a toothbrush to scrub things. Then hit it with something like Wirth degreaser. Finally, you can spend many man-hours polishing the engine/tranny cases with rouge etc., to bring out that fine aluminum shine.
12-10-2002 | 11:23 AM
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Article on engine cleaning from Car Care Specialties <a href="http://www.carcareonline.com/clean_engines.html" target="_blank">here</a> may be of interest.
12-12-2002 | 02:00 PM
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I understand your interest in this matter but, it is always better to let a qualified mechanic do even the smallest item like this. This would allow the mechanic to find any flaws in the parts to be re-installed. Have your shop take digital pictures of the complete process even at a small additional cost. Be patient.
12-13-2002 | 01:07 AM
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I understand your interest in this matter but, it is always better to let a qualified mechanic do even the smallest item like this. This would allow the mechanic to find any flaws in the parts to be re-installed. Have your shop take digital pictures of the complete process even at a small additional cost. Be patient.
How much would a detail of this nature cost?
How much would a detail of this nature cost?
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12-13-2002 | 11:08 AM
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I personally would not pay a mechanic $60-$80 an hour to degrease and detail my engine. Clean it first then send it to the wrench.
WD-40 works well as a cleaner. To save a few bucks use kerosene. Its practically the same thing without the fancy spray can.
For real grime break out the good stuff.
Obnoxious chemicals and solvents work the best.
Lacquer thinner or MEK cut very quick. Wear gloves, a respirator, and avoid plastic pieces.
WD-40 works well as a cleaner. To save a few bucks use kerosene. Its practically the same thing without the fancy spray can.
For real grime break out the good stuff.
Obnoxious chemicals and solvents work the best.
Lacquer thinner or MEK cut very quick. Wear gloves, a respirator, and avoid plastic pieces.
12-13-2002 | 01:24 PM
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Great topic. I've thinking of detailing my SC engine compartment over the winter. Is it possible to detail it while it's still in the car? I'm not sure I feel comfortable dropping myself, yet.