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Old 09-13-2007, 12:03 PM
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Going to simple green and pressure wash the engine this weekend, maybe gunk as well.

I know to cover the diz, battery, intake. Anything else to cover?

Also, do I have to worry about the engine temperature? Do I have to let it cool off at all? (D16z)

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Old 09-13-2007, 12:09 PM
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Dont pressure wash it off. Always keep the motor running.
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I prefer to let it cool down. I have seen cracked exhaust manifolds before.

Spark plug holes. Don't let water get down them.

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Some say with a hot motor the greese will wash off easier but I personally let the motor cool down before washing it off.
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simple green and gunk works better at running temperatures you can power wash i do alot of vehicles like that before i swap the motors
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