Corvette Engine Deep Clean
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I basically do the same but remove the rad/condenser cover to flush out debris in there, as well as scrubbing and washing the hood panel cover. I also stick the hose down by the udders and flush leaves and crap out from the fender areas.
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Yea that is my next task. I already cut the video down from 30 min to 15 So that may be another video.
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Nice video. FWIW, I love the Super Clean, but I prefer the liquid spray to the foaming spray. The liquid seems to get into the small areas better than the foam does. Also, something the guy in this video didn't mention, you want to make sure the engine is absolutely stone cold before you spray this stuff on, otherwise it will dry quickly and then it can't be rinsed off. It's best to leave the vehicle parked overnight before spraying this stuff on...on a side note, I would never buy a C5 with an engine bay this dirty. This is a sure sign of neglect...
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Ive been using the heavy duty simple green concentrate with a pump action pressure sprayer designed for watering flowers and gardens, it works amazing and is cheap as hell .
The long spray nozzle gets into any crevice , even the deep ones, really great little tool and only like $15.00 at any hardware store
The long spray nozzle gets into any crevice , even the deep ones, really great little tool and only like $15.00 at any hardware store
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Nice video. FWIW, I love the Super Clean, but I prefer the liquid spray to the foaming spray. The liquid seems to get into the small areas better than the foam does. Also, something the guy in this video didn't mention, you want to make sure the engine is absolutely stone cold before you spray this stuff on, otherwise it will dry quickly and then it can't be rinsed off. It's best to leave the vehicle parked overnight before spraying this stuff on...on a side note, I would never buy a C5 with an engine bay this dirty. This is a sure sign of neglect...
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Pull the radiator cover (the 4 10mm bolts) and you'll see Armageddon clinging to the radiator.
Also, under the intake manifold is an equal number of Democratic operatives waiting to be removed.
Also, under the intake manifold is an equal number of Democratic operatives waiting to be removed.
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Heck of a difference in the before and after shots of that engine.
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With mine, and every other LS engine I have seen with the intake manifold removed, has trash under the intake on the valley cover.
If you were to ever disassemble the engine you would find dirt in every nook and cranny. Not much you can do about that.
Your engine looks great BTW. Vast improvement.
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Ive been using the heavy duty simple green concentrate with a pump action pressure sprayer designed for watering flowers and gardens, it works amazing and is cheap as hell .
The long spray nozzle gets into any crevice , even the deep ones, really great little tool and only like $15.00 at any hardware store
The long spray nozzle gets into any crevice , even the deep ones, really great little tool and only like $15.00 at any hardware store
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Thank you for the great video. I wanted to share a product I use to get my engine compartment ready for car shows.
So I happen to use Simple Green and mist off with water to get the dirt off the engine then use a blower to dry off the water, then go for a quick drive to get out any remaining water/moisture.
Then I spray my engine with CDN spray. Its completely safe around electronics, plastic, metal, rubber, etc. I use it in my door jams, wheel wells, any place I need a shine that isnt sticky or greasy. I order a case from the guys in my Corvette Club, but if interested, here is the name and number on the back of the can: CDN Distributers - 570-457-1960
This was taken AFTER using CDN and driving 120 miles...(this stuff lasts)
So I happen to use Simple Green and mist off with water to get the dirt off the engine then use a blower to dry off the water, then go for a quick drive to get out any remaining water/moisture.
Then I spray my engine with CDN spray. Its completely safe around electronics, plastic, metal, rubber, etc. I use it in my door jams, wheel wells, any place I need a shine that isnt sticky or greasy. I order a case from the guys in my Corvette Club, but if interested, here is the name and number on the back of the can: CDN Distributers - 570-457-1960
This was taken AFTER using CDN and driving 120 miles...(this stuff lasts)