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Jun 29, 2013 | 06:45 PM

Borntorun04/17

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Detailing Engine Compartment

Would like to know what everyone is using when detailing your engine compartment ? Thanks in advance for your responses.

Jun 29, 2013 | 10:08 PM

Kvothe

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I use Aerospace 303 on the plastic parts and hoses.

Jun 30, 2013 | 09:19 AM

jack5hd

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ADAMS IN AND OUT SPRAY IS AMAZING

Jun 30, 2013 | 11:35 AM

spdkilz911

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ADAMS IN AND OUT SPRAY IS AMAZING

This

Jun 30, 2013 | 08:24 PM

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

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Originally Posted by Borntorun04

Would like to know what everyone is using when detailing your engine compartment ? Thanks in advance for your responses.

303 Protectant and other "water based" dressings are great under the hood. They don't use silicones which attract dust/dirt and hold it. If you need to clean the area first, consider a damp towel with some APC. I also use a small can of compressed air to blow sand and dirt out of the corners around the hinges.

Jun 30, 2013 | 11:05 PM

groundskeeper willie

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sonus trim and motor kote...wont attract dust.

Jul 1, 2013 | 03:15 PM

PCMusicGuy

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Last time I did a full engine compartment detail, I used Gunk engine cleaner for the block and general all purpose cleaner for everything else. I used CD2 engine detailer for the block and hotter parts. Everything was available over the counter at Autozone. I have started using Aerospace 303 recently (picked it up at Ace Hardware) and it is also pretty darn good.

Jul 22, 2013 | 09:49 PM

optiman

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Can you purchase aerospace 303 in Canada?? If so where. If not then what else can I use in engine compartment. arm oral??

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Jul 22, 2013 | 09:52 PM

groundskeeper willie

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Can you purchase aerospace 303 in Canada?? If so where. If not then what else can I use in engine compartment. arm oral??

for sure

www.oldetownautospa.ca
www.autoobsessed.com

and probably any marine supply shop near you...

Jul 22, 2013 | 11:30 PM

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vettluver

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303 works really well.

Jul 26, 2013 | 03:32 PM

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my50thAE

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Aerospace 303!! Works great on all under hood rubber, plastic, etc. and inside the car,too. If you can't find it at an auto parts store try a boat and marine shop. Great stuff!

Jul 27, 2013 | 06:57 PM

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Maligator

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Originally Posted by firebug10

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Sep 2, 2014 | 03:21 AM

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important

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Originally Posted by vettluver

303 works really well.

With the engine running, spray on and rise off?

Sep 2, 2014 | 10:46 AM

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12zo

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I use P21S Total Auto Wash to clean the area.
Cool engine, spray on everything, let sit 5-10 mins and wash off with hose.
Incredible stuff.
I agree, dress with a Aerospace 303 if you want.

Sep 2, 2014 | 04:52 PM

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rsparks64

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Originally Posted by SmokinZ51

I use Aerospace 303 on the plastic parts and hoses.

what he said

Sep 4, 2014 | 12:34 AM

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vettluver

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Originally Posted by important

With the engine running, spray on and rise off?

With the engine cool, wipe on and remove excess with a different towel, basically following the directions on the bottle. Just be careful not to put too much on or it will streak. Everything plastic, and all hoses too.

Sep 7, 2014 | 09:05 AM

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Merlinii

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Originally Posted by groundskeeper willie

Sonus trim and motor kote...wont attract dust.

Sonus Trim and Motor Kote is my personal favorite!

At one time or another I've used 'em all. 303, CD-2, Gunk etc.

Sonus Motor Kote does not look greasy, shiny or attract dust.
It leaves a nice classy satin "better than showroom new" look.

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