Hey this weekend i was going to do a major detail on my car and was just wondering how do you guys clean the evo's engine? and tips or anything would help. Thanks

 

You'll probably need some water, soap, and a bucket.

 

I just Spray it with the hose and use a wash rag and wash it like i do the rest of the car spray it off with the hose dont spray the hose directly into the intake put a plastic bag over top of the intake if u want then just let it sit and dry.....thats what i do and works just fine to me im sure everyone doses there own thing but thats how i do mine...

 

all right i just didnt know if there were spots in the engine where water was not supposed to get into.

 

degreaser + hose works just fine

 

also cover the alternator

 

That's what I always do.

 

Do it while the engine is warm as well. That will help the grease come off easier.

 

The water and the hot Exhaust mani don't have an issue?
Id think not but Iv only have my Evo a lil while and when I washed the car after it was hot water rolled down in the vent and steam came out so I got a lil worried about it cracking and waited for it to cool down before continuing.

 

I personally dont like to wash my engine with water. I just take 2 hours a roll of bounty paper and armor all. It does the job pretty well.

 

No it shouldnt crack it....but the car cant be no older than and 03 unless uve had bad oil leak or some kinda grease or somethin get on ur motor u dnt need to do it while its hot...i wash mine with the reg hose with the car cold all the time and cleans up just fine...

 

I never use water in the engine bay. Cover the intake and get some cleaner / polish from a motorcycle dealer.

I have a GSXR-1000 and you can literally spray this stuff on plastic, mirrors, wheels, rims, seats and electronics. It cleans, polishes and repels dirt/grime.





I spray the engine bay and wipe with a microfiber towel.


You can touch up the hoses and lines with wheel detailer for a shine.

 

i use armoral tripple action wheel cleaner "disolves grease, road grime, and brake dust"

and if you have any really shiny parts, use dever dull in small curcular motions, then take a clean, soft towel, and rub it until it sparkles.

 

Lots of engine degreaser and high pressure water hose.

 

That Honda Pro One is freakin awesome for sure. It works great on plactics and paint. Pledge furniture polish works well too. It leaves a nice shine but doesn't attract dust like Armor-All does..