Cleaning the Engine Bay

C4talyst · 05-16-2010, 02:00 PM

I did not see a thread on this. If anyone has suggestions for proper procedure or best chemicals to use in cleaning the engine bay; it's appreciated.

azn370z · 05-16-2010, 02:31 PM

I will post a link to the directions and product used when I get home later tonight.

theDreamer · 05-16-2010, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azn370z

I will post a link to the directions and product used when I get home later tonight.

AK370Z · 05-16-2010, 02:39 PM

Here's one article: Engine Cleaning & Detailing - Autopia.org

Jesse_Hunter · 05-16-2010, 02:40 PM

Oh thanks! I was curious about that also.

j.arnaldo · 05-16-2010, 02:44 PM

Sweet! Thanks.

azn370z · 05-17-2010, 04:17 AM

How to Detail Your Engine Bay – Detailed Image

C4talyst · 05-18-2010, 01:20 PM

Good stuff...thanks guys.

StealthZ · 05-19-2010, 12:22 AM

I use a mix of megs APC+ to degrease the bay andvariouse aize brushes and older microfiber towels And use megs M40 trim protection or 303 aero protectant on all plastic ad rubber parts.

MVPTonyD · 02-18-2012, 07:26 PM

bump.

I have a question, before you spray it down with water, can someone give me a list of things that are electrical in the engine so i dont damage it.

AdamsPolishes · 02-20-2012, 12:59 AM

Unless you've modified the factory wiring harness don't worry about electrical. A modern engine bay is very resistant to water intrusion. Just cover any open element filters and your alternator. Other than that you'll be fine.

Wiggins3377 · 04-22-2013, 03:53 PM

I know this thread is old, but I’m detailing my engine bay in the next few weeks. The article posted by azn370z is great!

05-16-2010, 02:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
C4talyst Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 45 Drives: 2008 Ford Escape Rep Power: 15	Cleaning the Engine Bay I did not see a thread on this. If anyone has suggestions for proper procedure or best chemicals to use in cleaning the engine bay; it's appreciated.

05-16-2010, 02:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	I will post a link to the directions and product used when I get home later tonight. __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

05-16-2010, 02:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
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05-17-2010, 04:17 AM	#7 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	How to Detail Your Engine Bay – Detailed Image __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

02-18-2012, 07:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
MVPTonyD Base Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 78 Drives: a scooter. Rep Power: 14	bump. I have a question, before you spray it down with water, can someone give me a list of things that are electrical in the engine so i dont damage it. __________________ Salute

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Jesse_Hunter Track Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Denton,TX Age: 38 Posts: 738 Drives: 07' Sky Redline Rep Power: 365	Oh thanks! I was curious about that also.

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j.arnaldo Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 937 Drives: Nissan 350Z, 2004 Rep Power: 0	Sweet! Thanks.

05-18-2010, 01:20 PM	#8 (permalink)
C4talyst Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 45 Drives: 2008 Ford Escape Rep Power: 15	Good stuff...thanks guys.

05-19-2010, 12:22 AM	#9 (permalink)
StealthZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 356 Drives: '14 GTR Premium Rep Power: 17	I use a mix of megs APC+ to degrease the bay andvariouse aize brushes and older microfiber towels And use megs M40 trim protection or 303 aero protectant on all plastic ad rubber parts.

02-20-2012, 12:59 AM	#11 (permalink)
AdamsPolishes The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 724 Drives: 2009 Avalanche Rep Power: 16	Unless you've modified the factory wiring harness don't worry about electrical. A modern engine bay is very resistant to water intrusion. Just cover any open element filters and your alternator. Other than that you'll be fine. __________________ Use the code NISSANZ* at checkout to save 10% off your next order at www.AdamsPolishes.com*

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Wiggins3377 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 3,236 Drives: 40th 370 Rep Power: 77	I know this thread is old, but I’m detailing my engine bay in the next few weeks. The article posted by azn370z is great! __________________ AccuAir/ AirRex/ Amuse/ Bride Japan/ Carbon Fiber Element/ Carbon Signal/ Evo-R/ NRG/ Project Kics/ Samco/ Shine Auto/ SPC/ SPL/ Stance/ Stillen/ Takata/ Top Secret/ Work

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