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Old 12-11-2020, 10:55 PM   #51
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Some good ol fashioned tire dressing does the trick.. sometimes haha
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Old 01-15-2021, 11:39 PM   #52
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I get asked this every time I open my hood haha! I use a few different products to keep my engine bay looking clean!!

What are your guys favorite tips / engine bay cleaning products or methods?

http://youtu.be/kiygevj2VBg
wish my old subie had plastics like that to shine up
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Old 04-06-2021, 08:22 AM   #53
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+1 for scrubbing bubbles. Works awesome and leaves no residue. If it does it will get warm enough to burn it away. Also use simple green as a slight degreaser if need be.
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Old 04-07-2021, 06:49 PM   #54
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I've heard people say peanuts butter works well on black plastics... It didn't work for me at all though
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Old 01-08-2022, 03:05 AM   #55
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i have used many different cleaners but havent really found one that i am in love with . i am gonna try the scrubbing bubbles.
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Old 04-15-2022, 01:46 PM   #56
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Some good ol fashioned tire dressing does the trick.. sometimes haha
Yupp! When the plastic was in there anyways.
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Old 08-07-2022, 10:53 AM   #57
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I have recently detailed to engine in my 2005 WRX wagon and followed this video by Chris Fix. The guy has a nice simple approach to his videos and my detail job turned out great.
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Old 10-04-2022, 10:09 PM   #58
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I get asked this every time I open my hood haha! I use a few different products to keep my engine bay looking clean!!

What are your guys favorite tips / engine bay cleaning products or methods?

http://youtu.be/kiygevj2VBg
What do you guys recommend for like pressure washing settings and such, I’m new to subies and after finally getting my dream car I don’t want to ruin anything do to all the stuff under the hood. Coming from a 97 Cherokee.
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Old 12-13-2022, 10:24 PM   #59
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I just use vrp to shine it up and if its really bad you could use some degreaser in a foam cannon or something like that.
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Old 01-01-2023, 08:14 AM   #60
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this is by far the easiest and most effective way ... Tire Cleaner and Shine (i used Meguiar's)


spray it on, wait 5 minutes, repeat. towel up any excess.

my dad's car before:


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Old 01-10-2023, 03:28 PM   #61
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That is very impressive!
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Old 03-28-2023, 09:53 PM   #62
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All good products here
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Old 06-30-2023, 06:57 PM   #63
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Some of these pictures are quite inspiring. I may have to tackle the wife's vehicle this weekend!
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Old 07-02-2023, 07:38 PM   #64
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Larry from ammo nyc sells a cleaner specifically for engines I think. Check his website
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Old 07-21-2023, 02:20 AM   #65
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Give scrubbing bubbles a try. yes, the stuff you would use to clean your bathroom. There is a whole thread on it on this site. Works like a champ. Best part is, if you dont like the way it works or the results, just use it on your bathroom.
I’ve never heard that before! Will have to give it a try sometime!
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Old 08-04-2023, 11:15 AM   #66
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Was doing an oil change, and noticed my engine bay was pretty dirty/dusty. Have any of you sprayed it down with a pressure washer after the cleaning products? I'm a little hesitant to do this as there are a lot of exposed areas..
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Old 08-04-2023, 11:50 AM   #67
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Was doing an oil change, and noticed my engine bay was pretty dirty/dusty. Have any of you sprayed it down with a pressure washer after the cleaning products? I'm a little hesitant to do this as there are a lot of exposed areas..
Always cover the alternator with a bag.
25 years ago, dad washed the engine bay of my brother's car and mine. Both ended up with dead alternator soon after.
Ive always covered the alternator since and no issues whatsoever. Ive used pressure washer, but you know, dont force water where it doesnt belong.
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Old 10-12-2023, 04:34 AM   #68
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Seems to me, any good quality brand chemicals work. I had no issues with any yet.
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Old 10-18-2023, 08:17 PM   #69
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Smile Didn't think it was so simple

I was thinking about detailing my own engine but couldn't find any info on how to do it for my specific car. So I went with my local company at autodetailingvictoria.com and while they did a great job I now, after watching your video, would feel confident to do it myself next time. So thanks for sharing!
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Old 01-08-2024, 12:53 AM   #70
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I always used APC for general cleaning, degreaser for the harder to clean spots, with a wire brush for the block and other components that can't get scratched easily. I would then use a trim restorer for any black plastic peices/covers.
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