This is the process I use when washing and degreasing an engine before returning the vehicle to the customer after major engine work was preformed. This is not a proper method of engine washing and should not be followed as a guide. Pressure washing an engine is dangerous and should not be done unless you are willing and have the ability to fix and problem generated in the process. Ther
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I used to think you said "Self Made Auto" like self made man but then remembered I know how to read. I appreciate your expertise and your attitude… way better than mine but I ask for forgiveness. Thanks for your work and assistance.
I have always just sprayed the engine bay down with gunk, and then power wash it after a half hour or so. I just stay away from obvious areas (that you have summed up). The belts have had a few squeaks but they usually go away after a bit of running… Then I idle it for awhile and drive it to dry it off. I like to spray or wipe the engine with something that leaves a protective good looking finish too.
I like the way you operate; it's realistic🐶
Dude, this could have been edited down to about 8 minutes without compromising content.
I remember back in the day( 60's and 70's) we had curbuerated engines I would cover the carb and the distributer with shower caps. I used thick rubber bands to secure the shower cap.
Looks great
I use to clean the engine compartment right after removing old engine. Clean the replacement before installing the engine
People used to panic about getting water in the alternator with the jet wash. Do we need to worry or not?
That is how you do it suckers!!
Hey, seen you cleaning engine . When clean 2016 explorer and 1973 montego i use Back to Black it dries nicely
My pressure washer is 3,200 PSI with no secondary pressure control valves, so all I could see is to use a wider fan. At 15 degrees or less it cuts concrete and at 25 degrees it chips paint. But pulling it further back has dramatically reduced effect as the water completely vaporizes over distance.
However.. I'd think a 40 degree fan would probably be safe for the engine bay.
I've got half my car in my house as both are undergoing major renovations. Throughout theweekend I intend to a lot more grinding, a handful of minor welds and a full undercoat…
May as well just degrease it while I'm at it but my pressure washer is notably overpowered for the task so we'll see if a wider fan can be used.
Btw I bought the washer for use as a sewer jetter to clear concrete from our building drain when we moved in, and it worked for that purpose. But it's not like I'd ever spend money on a second one just to get a more reasonable pressure out of it.