Engine Detail
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Engine Detail
I want to clean the grime from the engine and back of the hood, (bonnet) but I am so nervous about getting anything wet under the hood with all of the electronics under there. Does anyone have any helpful tips on this?
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Engine detailing is cool, always nice when you lift the hood and it sparkles just like the rest of the car.
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
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Engine detailing is cool, always nice when you lift the hood and it sparkles just like the rest of the car.
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
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Engine detailing is cool, always nice when you lift the hood and it sparkles just like the rest of the car.
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
My 2c worth...........
1. DO NOT use a Jetwash or steamwash obviously
2. You can use a shopping bag / plastic bag to cover any areas of concern such as fuse boxes etc, although personally I've never found it necessary.
3. Do use either a garden hose set on low OR better still get a spray bottle of hot soapy water and another of your favourite APC ( All Purpose Cleaner ) or similar.
4. Gently spray the areas to be cleaned with a little water, followed by a few sprays of your cleaning fluid.
5. Have a 2" paintbrush or similar and work around the affected areas, working in the water / cleaning fluid and agitate.......add water / cleaner and repeat as required.
6. Have a few old microfibres or similar handy to dry off as required.
7. Don't forget the underhood / bonnet area.
7. Personally I like to finish off with some Wet n Black or similar to the plastics, then buff.
Do this and all should be well, its roughly the method I use to clean under my bonnet / hood area usually at every wash. I've never had any issues and that area looks as good as new.
Hope it helps
Jim
Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner
Full strength – no dilution
You can use Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner straight out of the bottle without any diluting for your greasiest, grimiest jobs like engine cleaning. Mist product onto surface and allow to dwell for 30 to 45 seconds. Agitate with a brush to work cleaner into grime and dirt affected areas. Works absolutely amazing
Speed Master Wheel Brush
Detailing Brush Kit
Also Nick from Autogeekonline wrote up a great thread that displays much of the information that Jim mentioned. Check it out:
How To: Detail Your Engine Like a Professional
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Awesome tips Jim. He is absolutely correct. I also like to use:
Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner
Full strength – no dilution
You can use Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner straight out of the bottle without any diluting for your greasiest, grimiest jobs like engine cleaning. Mist product onto surface and allow to dwell for 30 to 45 seconds. Agitate with a brush to work cleaner into grime and dirt affected areas. Works absolutely amazing
Speed Master Wheel Brush
Detailing Brush Kit
Also Nick from Autogeekonline wrote up a great thread that displays much of the information that Jim mentioned. Check it out:
How To: Detail Your Engine Like a Professional
Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner
Full strength – no dilution
You can use Pinnacle Signature All Purpose Cleaner straight out of the bottle without any diluting for your greasiest, grimiest jobs like engine cleaning. Mist product onto surface and allow to dwell for 30 to 45 seconds. Agitate with a brush to work cleaner into grime and dirt affected areas. Works absolutely amazing
Speed Master Wheel Brush
Detailing Brush Kit
Also Nick from Autogeekonline wrote up a great thread that displays much of the information that Jim mentioned. Check it out:
How To: Detail Your Engine Like a Professional
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I'll post pics. The previous owner kept the car immaculate except for the engine. We should see a big difference. I cannot find Pinnacle products anywhere near me on a retail shelf so I guess I will need to order some online. Guess it will have to wait until next weekend.
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I'll post pics. The previous owner kept the car immaculate except for the engine. We should see a big difference. I cannot find Pinnacle products anywhere near me on a retail shelf so I guess I will need to order some online. Guess it will have to wait until next weekend.
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