I was wondering how some of you out there clean your engine compartment. I was thinking about using a Hotsy on low power to clean it.

 

I have cleaned mine. Just make sure not to go CRAZY with the water. I know dealers clean the engines when they buy used trucks. So I dont think you will have an issue.

 

i use engine degreaser spray it all over let it stand for 5 min and then power wash off.. don't power wash the alternator lol

 

i used regular degreeser and some brushes/rags. warm up the engine a little and spray some degreaser. but if you have access to a hotsy than combine both. dont turn on the engine, spray degreaser let it sit for a few than use the hotsy. just make sure that you cover the altenator, intake, and other vurnable spots.

Here is my before and after without a steamwash, of coarse i did some paint touch ups here and there.



AFTER

 

^^^^ wow that is one heck of a before and after! Anywho I have used simple green in the past to keep her all cleaned up and that seems to work very well. However mine was never nearly as dirty as sinus'

 

yea, 6-7hrs of pain staken detailing! well worth it though. now its dusty but not full of dirt as it was.

 

I use the engine cleaner at the car wash. It does wonders. I never had an issue and turns out great. But I agree with these guys a good steam jenny and some gunk engine degreaser will do the trick.

 

I use Simple Green. Just spray it on, let it sit, and hose it off. But my engine is never really dirty so it's easier to keep up.

 

I used Simple Green or Purple Power