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Engine cleaner

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Franco4x4, Aug 6, 2019.

  1. Aug 6, 2019 at 3:39 PM
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    Franco4x4

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    After having my truck about a month and driving in the dirt a lot my engine is really dirty. Anyone have a suggestion on what cleaner I should use?
     
  2. Aug 6, 2019 at 3:46 PM
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    Gotyour6

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    Its just dust and dirt
     
  3. Aug 6, 2019 at 3:50 PM
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    Franco4x4

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    I did think of that but do I need to cover anything up ? Might be a stupid question but never done it before.
     
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    mdavis

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    I use this and then rinse off with a low pressure rinse. I don't cover anything but use as little water as possible around electrical connections. Not sure about using a pressure washer.
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    RitcheyRch

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    Jim LE 1301

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    Believe it or not but Scrubbing Bubbles toilet bowl cleaner is amazing.
     
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  8. Aug 6, 2019 at 5:37 PM
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    FirstGenVol

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    I've read this as well. Supposed to be safe for environment(storm drain runoff) too..
     
  9. Aug 7, 2019 at 12:31 AM
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    RitcheyRch

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    Exactly. I use full strength most of the time and it works well.

     

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