washing engine

[docpaulo]

cutting the metal bracket to put in the FWC has caused a lot of metal dust to accumulate on the engine. I have vaccumed most of it off but was thinking hosing down the engine and then spraying stuff on it might be a good idea...

any suggestions on what to cover (for the hosing)

and what spray to use when dry..

thanks

 

[Bondo]

Re: washing engine

I'd Blow it Off with Compressed Air,+ Paint it.......

 

[docpaulo]

Re: washing engine

Will try the compressed air this weekend...

As with paint, I painted the bolts and exposed areas that I replaced, but otherwise the paint is still new as the engine is new.

Any oils or sprays that you guys use on top of the paint?

 

[Boomyal]

Re: washing engine

Any oils or sprays that you guys use on top of the paint?

Nope, just try to keep it dry. Factory paint jobs are not notorious for holding up to constant moisture, such as condensation. They just do not prep the bare iron very well.

 

[bjcsc]

Re: washing engine

I use Boeshield. A lot of people say it doesn't work, but I use it on my engine about 6 times a year or so and it still looks like new 3 years later. I also use it on my Jeep axles, log splitter, etc. Works great for me and is not sticky or oily when it dries. It's also safe for rubber, wires, etc.. IMO, Any anti-corrosion spray, is better,...... than no anti-corrosion spray at all.......

 

[f_inscreenname]

Re: washing engine

I know a lot of guys that mist theirs down with Armor All after getting the motor hot. I think its a old motorcycle trick. I on the other hand paint my motors with a good black paint and always keep a can on hand for touch ups. Black is black and doesn't have die lot issues.