engine cleaning tips

kajun · #1 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 06:05 AM

Need some engine cleaning tips. Intake manifold is starting to look brown and dingy. Tried soap and water, no luck. I think its cast aluminum. Anyone with some good tips on making it look good again please reply.

Thanks,
Kajun

Jerry Clayton · #2 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 06:36 AM

Mag/Aluminum wheel cleaner--spray on hose off

Jerry

mrmustang · #3 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 06:43 AM

Do the whole engine with simple green...Let it sit for at least 15 minutes, then lightly hose off.

Bill S.

427 S/O · #4 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 12:17 PM

I've tried just about everything and found NAPA brake cleaner to be the best,
it's in a spray can about $1.75, $21 or so a case.

speed220mph · #5 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 01:45 PM

I've found the easiest and cheapest way to keep my engines clean is to fix any oil, fuel or coolant leak the instant one is detected.

dave from mesa · #6 (**permalink**) 03-25-2006, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrmustang

Do the whole engine with simple green...Let it sit for at least 15 minutes, then lightly hose off.

Bill S.

Bill I did this today. My engine wasn't real dirty but we live on a dirt road and it was dusty. Came out clean as a whistle. Certinaly smells better than any of the engine cleaners that I have tried. Thanks for the info.