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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 05:42 PM
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Default need engine detailing tips!

well i finally bit the bullet and entered my '79 into the annual car show here. the car is very clean however i need some engine detailing tips if anyone has some- theres not much build up on anything, i keep it pretty clean so i just need some advice on how to clean around the engine bay and some finishing touches on the engine. thanks for any help! :smash:
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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 07:28 PM
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Default Re: need engine detailing tips! (Yellow79)

Simple green is good for light grease removal.

One other thing, use on some Maguires tire gel on the hoses, and other rubber parts, gives them that brand new nice shine look....

Good luck with the show. :cheers:
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Old Jul 5, 2003 | 01:01 AM
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thanks! will do
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