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09-17-2008, 07:36 AM
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| Gold Member Car: WRB '05 STi Fav Mod: All of them Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 285
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2008 Trader Rating: (0)  |  Cleaning Question(Obviously) I'm trying to find out whats the best way/products to clean my engine bay and also my headliner. My headliner has a couple of marks on it and I'm thinking about taking it out and either giving it a good cleaning or just re-doing it with some blue cloth to match the interior. I've heard alot of ppl talking about "Don't use a pressure washer on your engine" then some ppl say its alright, and now I'm really confused lol. So if anyone has an idea of a great method of cleaning the engine bay(include what products you used please) and also what to use(cleaner, type of cloth and/or cleaning gizmo) you use to clean your headliner/interior of the car I would really apriciate any info you guys could give me. Thanks in advance.  This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad. |
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09-17-2008, 07:40 AM
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| Gold Member Car: WRB '05 STi Fav Mod: All of them Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 285
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2008 Trader Rating: (0) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Should I use Simple Green Max Pro on my engine? There seems to be a lot of people who say it works very well on the engine, tranny, etc. Also what should I cover up under the hood while I'm washing it, because I would imagine not everything LOVES to get sprayed with water under there. |
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09-17-2008, 07:44 AM
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Car: 04 WRB STI Fav Mod: 255's ftmfw Location: central NH Posts: 595
IWSTI Addict since: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (1) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) i use simple green or orange type cleaner. be very sparse with the use of it. you can wipe some areas down with a rag too. I always cover my battery and alternator with plastic bags. when hosing off the motor just use a light mist and let things dry a bit before you fire her up. as far as the headliner, im not really sure what would be best to use for that. my guess would be an upholstery spray and then vacuum it off with a soft bristle attachment |
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09-17-2008, 07:52 AM
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| Gold Member Car: Grey 07 Sti Ltd Fav Mod: Aerodynamic Dents Location: SS, MD Posts: 83
IWSTI Addict since: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)  | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) I use a commercial product called SLAM. I dilute it with water 50/50 & spray it. It cuts grease very well and loosens dirt. I don't use a pressure washer cuz I don't want to risk it. I do stongly recommend an air compressor. Use the air hose to blow off all water off electrical components. Works great for me every time. |
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09-17-2008, 08:09 AM
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Car: 07 OBP STi Fav Mod: Venison front Bumper mod Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 1,404
IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2007 Trader Rating: (2) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Quote:
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09-17-2008, 08:15 AM
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| Junior STI Driver Car: 07 STI Limited Fav Mod: all of them... Location: Eastern, PA Posts: 78
IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2006 Trader Rating: (1) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Take a sec and look at these... the correct way to clean your engine! Car Care Advice - Engine - How to safely clean and protect your engine bay How To: Engine Bay Detailing - NASIOC enjoy!  |
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09-17-2008, 08:18 AM
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Car: 05 CGM STi Fav Mod: grip. Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 5,818
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (7) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) p21s total auto wash. |
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09-17-2008, 08:34 AM
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| Gold Member Car: WRB '05 STi Fav Mod: All of them Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 285
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2008 Trader Rating: (0) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Quote:
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09-17-2008, 08:37 AM
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Car: 05 CGM STi Fav Mod: grip. Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 5,818
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2006 Trader Rating: (7) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) lots of online vendors sell it. detailers domain autopia glimmerglassdetailing ive used all 3 of those. |
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09-17-2008, 08:57 AM
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| Gold Member Car: WRB '05 STi Fav Mod: All of them Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 285
IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2008 Trader Rating: (0) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Went to Autopia got some 303 Fabric Cleaner for my headliner and P21S Total Auto Wash for my engine bay. Thank you everyone for helping me out much appreciated really.   lol. good to go! |
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09-17-2008, 10:29 AM
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| Junior STI Driver Car: 07 STI Limited Fav Mod: all of them... Location: Eastern, PA Posts: 78
IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2006 Trader Rating: (1) | Re: Cleaning Question(Obviously) Quote:
No Problem, Very Welcome! P21s Total Autowash is a great product. It has a lot of uses as you will find out! enjoy! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad. | |
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