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Apr 4, 2007 | 09:38 AM

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engine bay cleaning

already read this

https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/159036-proper-cleaning-lsx-engine-bay.html

should i leave the car running to clean it or clean it when the engines cold?

also my old LT1 car didnt start after i cleaned the engine bay, is the ls1 like that? i know not to get the PCM or MAF wet and to avoid the coils

any tips?

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any 1?

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I know i dont have a LSx car, but for what i know you can just simple green and powerwash.

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Definatly make sure the engine is cold. I covered everything in simple green and let it sit for a few minutes, then hose it down and start wiping up the extra water. Then I used armor all wipes to make all the plastic nice and shiney.

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