CaMaRo67RS355

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my ss's engine bay is pretty dirty whats the best way to clean them? i know theres alot of electronics and wires i dont need getting wet what do yall do? any good cleaners yall think i should try?

thanks

ZaneO

The LSx is pretty water tight. The computer is the main thing to be cautious around - cover it with a plastic bag.

Let the engine run for a few minutes so it's warm, not hot. Cover the engine bay with a diluted all-purpose cleaner/degreaser, and gently agitate heavily soiled areas with a brush or wash mitt. Thoroughly rinse without concentrating too much water in any area. If possible, blow off excess water with a leaf blower or air hose, and then run the engine again for a couple of minutes to aid in drying. Apply a water-based dressing over all plastic and rubber. After dwelling for roughly 15 minutes, wipe everything down with a clean terry or microfiber towel and polish/wax painted areas as needed.

This won't give concours level detailing, but it should look pretty close to "new" appearance. Just use common sense.



P.S. P21s Total Auto Wash is a great product to use if you can afford it.

Disturbed Bird

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foamy engine cleaner made by gunk

planemech2

There's a great sticky at the top of the forum. Lots of good advice.

JuStIn_Ws6

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I have heard nothing put good things about CD2. Do a search on that!

2002BlackSS

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I just did a quick cleaning. After pulling out all the leaves (ah, the joy of parking under an oak!), I just rinsed it down, wiped mostly dry with an old bath towel, wwent for a spin around the block, and let it sit for a while with the hood open to finish drying. Looks much better - and after all, my car is a daily driver, so I don't need to worry about a show quality clean.