Detailing the engine compartment
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Drifting
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From: Greensburg PA
Detailing the engine compartment
The area is respectable but I have trouble with hoses and black plastic discoloring with a grey/white powdery surface on the hoses etc. It doesn't remove with wiping and I am leery of products as Armoral. Most of the people at shows have rides that are virtually perfect. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanx Rad :confused:
[Modified by radstoy, 4:46 PM 2/28/2004]
[Modified by radstoy, 4:46 PM 2/28/2004]
Burning Brakes
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From: Cairns Australia
Re: Detailing the engine compartment (radstoy)
Armorall Tyre spray - fixed all my black plastic parts that were white/ powdery / bleached - there was a big thread going about this about 8 months ago. It's made a huge difference and lasts and lasts - I've resprayed twice but never seen everything go back to the grey white powdery look - I was amazed at how good and easily it fixed everything.
I was concerned that everywhere would turn into a gooey sticky mess but that's not the case - I now spray the wheel wells, under the bonnet - everywhere - remember not to spray on Serpentine belt as it's slippery.
Wash engine for the first time application and get everything as clean as you can, spray onto a warm engine close the hood and wait 20 minutes - TOO EASY - they're bound to make it illegal.
S'nut
I was concerned that everywhere would turn into a gooey sticky mess but that's not the case - I now spray the wheel wells, under the bonnet - everywhere - remember not to spray on Serpentine belt as it's slippery.
Wash engine for the first time application and get everything as clean as you can, spray onto a warm engine close the hood and wait 20 minutes - TOO EASY - they're bound to make it illegal.
S'nut
Drifting
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From: NY
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St. Jude Contributor
Re: Detailing the engine compartment (stevenll)
For the rubber I would also recommend 303 Aerospace Protectant. As for how-to, check out http://www.bettercarcare.com/articles.php?articleId=25.
Le Mans Master
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From: Springfield PA
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Re: Detailing the engine compartment (Silver2002)
Try Stoners Trim Shine on EVERYTHING under the hood (except the serp belt :D) On hard surfaces you may need a little buffing but it leaves everything looking great!
