17 replies to this topic

[MiniMOIC]

So my engine looks like this:

 

 

How do you guys clean it? 

[Vinay-RS]

There's a FAQ on this. It's a really nice guide on how to clean and tidy up the engine bay with the engine still inside. 

 

http://www.theminifo...g,and,cleaning\

[WillCarter]

If you really want to go all out with cleaning your engine bay then I was watching a detailing video and dry ice was meant to be the bees knees. Not sure how many valeting places use them though.

Otherwise soap solution and elbow grease usually does the trick.

Have a look at this:
http://www.theminifo...g,and,cleaning\

[Steve220]

Degreaser and warm water. Get loads of brushes of differing size, stick the radio on and be prepared to lose the will to live after an hour.

Once/if complete, then rince, let it dry naturally and use something like aerospace 303 as a protection.

Edited by Steve220, 17 August 2018 - 07:59 AM.

[MiniMOIC]

Thanks everyone... I need to get my hands dirty and as Steve220 says,radio on, and hoping to survive after an hour.

[panky]

One of the best products I've found for this kind of thing is Autosol Caravan and Motorhome cleaner, works great on wheels too.

[MiniMOIC]

I will look for these products in Autozone.

[72r1mini]

Bit unconventional but oven cleaner really works well with less scrubbing

[MiniMOIC]

Ahhh I was about to ask what household cleaners may I use, as we dont have here those fancy cleaners you have in the UK lol.

[gazza82]

Where's here? DF isn't a great clue ..

[Steve220]

Bit unconventional but oven cleaner really works well with less scrubbing

It'll also promote accelerated corrosion on all untreated surfaces.

[MiniMOIC]

Where's here? DF isn't a great clue 

Chorme auto fill didnt reminded me it used non related information in that field. Im in Mèxico.

[gazza82]

Ah OK. I would guess a lot of our products would be unavailable over there unless they come from US, etc.

 

For large cleaning jobs I use a product called Jizer which washes off (I bought a 5L can!). I've also used Gunk, but for smaller jobs, and keeping a clean engine clean, I have a spray bottle of Meguairs Engine Cleaner.

[MiniMOIC]

Ok thanks, will look for cleaning products in Autozone for something similiar.

[Spider]

 

Bit unconventional but oven cleaner really works well with less scrubbing

It'll also promote accelerated corrosion on all untreated surfaces.

 

 

Yes, just be careful with Oven cleaner, don't leave it on too long.