Hey I was just cleaning my accord out a bit and I noticed my engine is pretty dirty. I was wondering what you could reccomend me to clean it with and what device (toothbrush wirebrush etc) Thanks alot, Chris

 

Cover up anything you don't want to get wet, such as air filter or distributor. Use A LOT of Simple Green on it. Let it sit for a bit. Spray some more Simple Green. Then use a pressure washer, if you don't have one a house will be ok. Unless your motor is out of your car, I wouldn't get down to the nitty dritty with a toothbrush.

 

heh power washing makes me a bit nervous but sounds like a good plan

 

engine brite works pretty good

 

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Simple Green + Pressure washer

 

when i clean m engine bay i take it to the local self carwash place... tie plastic baggs around any electrical component then i blas the engine with auto degreaser then wash it down with the high pressure .. just make shure you cover all your electronics

 

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Just be careful with washing a hot engine bay .

 

Gasoline, wire brush, sandpaper, Drain-o. Not.

 

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YES!!!!!!!! I ALMOST FORGOT LET IT COOL ... you dont want anything to go and crack on you.. hot things + instant cold = Broken/cracked/warped stuff.. be carful buddy!

 

like most people say use any degreaser, hot pressure water works best if not i have cleaned a bunch with water hose after sraying down with degeaser make extra sure engine is turned OFF....in some cars i have seen some water go into the plug hiles so you might want to remove wires and make sure there is no water in plug holes or car will missfire

 

I used Simple Green sprayed on a slightly warm engine and surrounding parts. Let it sit for a good 5 minutes or more. Spray on some more and use a brush that isn't too stiff to scrub with. Hose it off gently and see what areas need more work. Spray them generously and let the stuff soak for a good 10 minutes. Be patient.

My under hood area looks real good after cleaning it as I just described.