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This was an excellent article. I never thought of using the foam gun to apply the degreaser. Great idea. I have one and will try using it next time. I am impressed with the results of the engine cleaning, and it didn't look too difficult.
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Re: How to clean an engine compartment
Mike..I LOVE my Metro Sidekick as well!!!!!!
Use it almost daily..blowing out engine bays, driveways, mirrors, door jams, interiors, and my German Shepherd! Cool tool to have powerfull and quiet.
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Originally Posted by Clint Allerton
This was an excellent article. I never thought of using the foam gun to apply the degreaser. Great idea.
I have one and will try using it next time. I am impressed with the results of the engine cleaning, and it didn't look too difficult.
Definitely give it a try... one of the advantages of foam is it clings and dwells to surfaces better than a liquid which tends to just run off and onto the ground.
Originally Posted by bimmer325!
Mike..I LOVE my Metro Sidekick as well!!!!!!
One of my top 10 favorite tools....
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Originally Posted by Mike.Phillips@Autogeek
Mike, I discovered the protection benefits of Aerospace 303 Protectant 17 years ago while working in an RV Service center in Temecula, CA. We sold it by the gallons to a lot of the hard core over the road RV owners for their awnings, tires, outdoor furniture, and anything else vinyl, plastic, leather and even metal wiper arms. I've used on my own cars since then and my detailing clients too. I've never found anything better. My '98 Corvette looks better than new even w/ 90k miles on the clock now. I used on all the interior pieces as well as under the hood and tires. When I buy new tires, I apply a heavy wet coat of 303 on the total tire/everywhere the day before I have them mounted. I reapply as needed, normally for me 2-3 times a year for the Vette. I've converted a lot of car guys from using other products. I buy it locally at Ace Hardware stores.
Keep the shiny side up!
D. "Fix" Fixsen
1998 A4, F45, 3.15 gears, D&S rotors, Tinted glass, RMC Racing Twin Snorkle intake w/Performance bridge & coupler, A&A frame savers & rollers, Hypertech tune, ACI Splitter, Born 11/03/97
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Hi mike,
I got a question. What was the dilution ratio when you used ARO?
Started back in 2006 reading Mike. P posts and lots of practices, ended up writing a book
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Originally Posted by irsankao
Hi mike,
I got a question. What was the dilution ratio when you used ARO?
I think I was using straight out of the bottle. Really foamed up good.
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Re: How to clean an engine compartment
With all that foam,the only thing missing is some loud techno & flashing lights
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Okay, it's finally time for me to do a deep clean on my engine bay. I don't have to daily drive her anymore so it's worth the extra effort (taping and sealing areas).
I can't decide on a product to try, so I thought I'd ask you guys. My concerns are gaskets, hoses, and aluminum. I want to make sure I choose something that isn't going to be too aggressive for these materials. Can anyone suggest a nice cleaner/degreaser? I have a garden hose variety foam gun from Adam's Polishes, so maybe I could use that, but I'm up for suggestions.
Thanks!
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I agree with Mike...if i had that engine i wouldn't really feel the need to deep clean it! If you must, i like the Amazing Roll Off product Mike used on his truck to start this thread.
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