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Old 03-26-2002, 08:42 AM
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cleaning under the hood?

what is the best way to clean under the hood?
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pop up the hood and hose it down with pressure. it will klean really good.
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pop up the hood and hose it down with pressure. it will klean really good.


WOOOOOO, I seriously wouldnt suggest that unless you put a plastic bag over your distributor, and tape off were your plug wires enter your valve cover. If you dont do that then you WILL get water in your engine if you just open the hood and spray everything in sight. Your engine isnt that water proof. Also once you have that stuff covered up then I would get some engine/brake cleaner degreaser. saturate greasy areas with it then rinse (dont get nuts) just rinse off the engine. Stay clear of any electrical areas, and sensors to be safe. You can use a brush (Your sisters toothbrush will work) to get any really dirty areas clean.
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WOOOOOO, I seriously wouldnt suggest that unless you put a plastic bag over your distributor, and tape off were your plug wires enter your valve cover. If you dont do that then you WILL get water in your engine if you just open the hood and spray everything in sight. Your engine isnt that water proof. Also once you have that stuff covered up then I would get some engine/brake cleaner degreaser. saturate greasy areas with it then rinse (dont get nuts) just rinse off the engine. Stay clear of any electrical areas, and sensors to be safe. You can use a brush (Your sisters toothbrush will work) to get any really dirty areas clean.
yeah, if you do use a pressure washer hold it a good distance away and make sure that you cover your air filter in plastic if you have an aftermarket one, and cover all electrical things, and check for stuff you think might come off or fall apart. then use some degreaser for you block and let it sit, then spray it off, then use some regular car wash or mild soap and water and scrub it in that to give it some shine, and you should be fine.
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oh yeah, and the most important thing, make sure your engine is completely cooled off, but thats usually common sense.
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