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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:06 PM
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Hey, I'm new to this site...I'm just looking for tips on how to clean my red factory Honda valve cover. I don't want to lose any color, so if you have any tips, I'd appreciate your help.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:27 PM
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a wet rag, possibly a mild detergent if needed.

carb cleaner shouldnt hurt if its that grimey.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:30 PM
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There is some oil splatter here and there...nothing too bad.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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iv used brake cleaner on past valve covers that oil has gotten on and that seemed to work pretty good and didnt take off color
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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cold engine and simple green. cover everything that shouldnt get wet, shoot with simple green and hose off after a minute. works wonders.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 07:58 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 1dumbscreenname &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">cold engine and simple green. cover everything that shouldnt get wet, shoot with simple green and hose off after a minute. works wonders. </TD></TR></TABLE>

Same thing I was going to say. I use Simple Green to clean up my engine bay every once in a while and it makes my valve cover look brand new
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 08:55 PM
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x3

Put some in a spray bottle and dilute it and any tougher areas get some elbow grease with an old toothbrush or scrub brush depending on the area.

Ali
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 09:52 PM
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Simple green always
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