Is there any effective method for getting the build-up of crud off the engine compartment walls? I'd like to clean it up that area behind the engine a bit without taking off the paint in the process...
Is there any effective method for getting the build-up of crud off the engine compartment walls? I'd like to clean it up that area behind the engine a bit without taking off the paint in the process...
1974 MFI Carrera
1992 Carrera RS
S Reg #1245
I use a motorcycle cleaning product called S100 available at any bike shop. A good cleaner and degreaser but like with any cleaner will require a little effort to get in all the nooks. Gentle on the rinsing not to hammer any electrical or obvious stuff that will cause problems later. A weak stream rinses well with no residue when dry. I also lightly dust hardware with WD-40 when it all dries. The wet sheen will evaporate but leave a good protective film on nuts and bolts etc.
Daron
I did it only with rags and WD40, took some time but the WD40 worked very good on the old grime.
John
Early 911S Registry #931
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1971 911 2.2S Coupe Albert Blue
1971 911 2.2T Coupe Tangerine
2005 997 C2S Coupe special 1965 slate grey
1978 911 3.0 SC Targa Silver w/chrome trim
I usually start at the car wash, covering the air intake and using low
pressure rinse water. Then detail at home.
Kjell "Shel" Nelin
72 911T
69 E-type OTS
73 Lancia Fulvia
Registry Member #1099
Kjell Gruppen Member #1
http://web.mac.com/alfaguy/Site/1972_911T.html
S100 is an amazing product.
Kenik
- 1969 911S
- 1965/66 911
- S Reg #760
- RGruppe #389
This, right?....
http://www.s100.com/s100_tcc.htm
Peter Kane
'72 911S Targa
Message Board Co-Moderator - Early 911S Registry #100
Yessir; I use the stuff in the white spray bottle. I don't think it should be used on anodized Fuchs, BTW.
Kenik
- 1969 911S
- 1965/66 911
- S Reg #760
- RGruppe #389
Good stuff S100, I regulary use it on my two BMW bikes.Originally Posted by kenikh
Never tried it on the Porsche as I detailed the motor when it was out and have never looked back. Once you get the motor clean upkeep is simple. Provided you have no major leaks...
Stefan Josef Koch
RGruppe #194/SRegistry #1063
1969 Porsche 911E, Light Ivory (38 years and counting)
2015 Porsche Cayman S
2012 BMW R1200GS, 1973 BMW R75/5
"An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with his fools." -E. Hemingway
Mild soap and water only.
And if they're polished the product of your choice. I use Blue Magic, Simichrome is good too.
Stefan Josef Koch
RGruppe #194/SRegistry #1063
1969 Porsche 911E, Light Ivory (38 years and counting)
2015 Porsche Cayman S
2012 BMW R1200GS, 1973 BMW R75/5
"An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with his fools." -E. Hemingway
Be careful using WD-40 all around the engine components if you have an oxygen sensor on the exhaust. My sensor recently became inoperable because of the silicone in WD-40 as it got sucked into the engine and was expelled through the exhaust. Way back in the day, Ford had this problem with silicone products being used on many parts by employees that destroyed oxy sensors before they could pass tests out the factory.
Since most early cars don't have an oxy sensor, this is for those who transplant a later engine and incorporate a sensor, take heed.
Gib Bosworth
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