« previous next »
Pages: 1 [2]   Go Down

Author Topic: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?  (Read 17123 times)

Offline .l..

  • Enthusiast
  • **
  • Posts: 265
  • Carma: +23/-654
  • member
    • View Profile
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #20 on: September 14, 2015, 11:37:50 pm »
Quote from: Firm on September 14, 2015, 04:01:15 pm
Trans Am (LOL):


Super Clean/Purple Power will clean right through that crap.  Buy a spray bottle, spray the shlit out of it, including the rad cradle area up front, rinse it off, repeat where necessary.  I've never worried about electrical stuff, and never had an issue.  Though that car is uhm, older.  Then again my POS didn't die so why would that? Right?  Wipe it off after final rinse, and take it for a ride to get it hot.  You'll be amazed. Show us pictures whatever you decide to try, a nice tutorial in pictures.  Like that Flinters Renovations, only different.
Logged

Offline Firm

  • Car Crazy
  • *****
  • Posts: 7705
  • Carma: +231/-1071
  • Gender: Male
  • Urban Hick
    • View Profile
  • Cars: 2010 XKR, 2007 DTS, 2006 Escalade, 2000 Sonoma ZQ8,1996 Firebird, 1996 Firebird Formula, 1985 Trans Am, 1984 Camaro, 1978 MGB x2
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #21 on: September 15, 2015, 11:22:16 am »
That sounds like my plan of attack. I likely won't do the Trans Am until the spring, it's only going to get nastier through the winter anyway. I will aim to do the MGB before the weather gets too cold though, and I'll make sure I get pics.
Logged

Offline RunsinLight

  • Drunk on Fuel
  • ****
  • Posts: 1949
  • Carma: +12/-34
  • Gender: Male
    • View Profile
  • Cars: 2018 Ford F150 XLT
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #22 on: October 17, 2015, 05:34:51 pm »
Started noticing a lot of grease and grime build up in mine.  I know the battery should be kept clean to ensure it  lasts but beyond that is keeping the engine bay clean strictly for looks and value?
« Last Edit: October 17, 2015, 05:46:42 pm by Runsinlight »
Logged

Offline HeliDriver

  • Car Crazy
  • *****
  • Posts: 10803
  • Carma: +175/-235
    • View Profile
  • Cars: 2023 Crosstrek Sport 6MT; 2011 Yukon XL 2500
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #23 on: October 17, 2015, 11:12:34 pm »
If you keep it clean, then little leaks and other problems are easier to spot.

And I hate working on stuff that isn't clean. Huge PITA to make sure dirt doesn't get where it's not supposed to be.

I don't obsess over engine bay detailing, but like to keep it neat and tidy in there.
Logged

Offline safristi

  • Car Crazy
  • *****
  • Posts: 46229
  • Carma: +471/-416
  • Gender: Male
    • View Profile
  • Cars: since the beginning of Saf timeLOTUS ELAN,STANDARD... 10, MG midget, MGB (2),Mazda Millennia,Hyundai Veloster and 1997 Ford Ranger 2014 Subaru Forester XT
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #24 on: October 18, 2015, 10:40:08 am »
Clean engine freaks please take a number........now calling #2.......OKAY why is yer engine "leaking"?
...Oh you can't see the ground UNDER your car with those cheap glasses..... 8) 8) 8) ??? ??? ??? ::) ::) ::)

 
Logged
Time is to stop everything happening at once

Offline No H2O

  • Drunk on Fuel
  • ****
  • Posts: 2674
  • Carma: +12/-35
  • Gender: Male
  • Alps Adventurer
    • View Profile
  • Cars: 2017 Acura RDX Elite, 1995 Porsche 993 Carrera, 2015 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS and a slew of motorcycles.
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #25 on: December 24, 2015, 03:47:48 pm »
Quote from: Firm on September 13, 2015, 03:20:36 pm
So, what's the trick? and what do I need.

  • Facto AT30, the best water-based degreaser bar none. Available from Swish Maintenance.
  • a 1 inch pure bristle paint brush and some tooth brushes.
  • time and passion, especially the latter.

This car is 20 years old...




The motorcycle is 25 years old and has been places...






Logged
What you won't find in my car is a coffee, cigarette and a cell phone. What you will find is a driver; imagine that, a driver in a vehicle. What an effing concept!
A car has to do more than just perform; it has to stir your soul!
A true driver's car does not have cup holders.

Offline safristi

  • Car Crazy
  • *****
  • Posts: 46229
  • Carma: +471/-416
  • Gender: Male
    • View Profile
  • Cars: since the beginning of Saf timeLOTUS ELAN,STANDARD... 10, MG midget, MGB (2),Mazda Millennia,Hyundai Veloster and 1997 Ford Ranger 2014 Subaru Forester XT
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #26 on: December 24, 2015, 05:42:21 pm »
Wow amazing.............I'd hate to wait for a shower once you get started... ;) :stick: :pimp: :bow2:
Logged

Offline EtamyVu

  • Learner's Permit
  • *
  • Posts: 8
  • Carma: +0/-0
  • member
    • View Profile
  • Cars: honda civic
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #27 on: February 14, 2016, 08:23:46 am »
That sounds like my plan of attack. I likely won't do the Trans Am until the spring, it's only going to get nastier through the winter anyway. I will aim to do the MGB before the weather gets too cold though, and I'll make sure I get pics.
Logged

Offline CanadaCarCare

  • Learner's Permit
  • *
  • Posts: 30
  • Carma: +0/-0
  • member
    • View Profile
    • Canada Car Care
  • Cars: 2002 Porsche 911, 2006 Lexus IS 250, 2007 Honda Odyssey
Re: Engine Bay Detailing - Like a Pro?
« Reply #28 on: April 12, 2016, 08:57:22 am »
Quote from: safristi on December 24, 2015, 05:42:21 pm
Wow amazing.............I'd hate to wait for a shower once you get started... ;) :stick: :pimp: :bow2:

LMAO!

Very impressive, but thats how all of us should be doing it :)

My trick is the Tornador tool.  Combine that with optimum power clean and there isn't much grime and areas I cant get to.

After I use the Chemical Guys black on black to make the plastics pop.

Logged
All forum members get 5% off automotive & marine detailing products at www.canadacarcare.ca.  Use discount code AUTOSDOTCA during checkout.
Pages: 1 [2]   Go Up
« previous next »