88whitemanche Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Whats up guys What is the best way to clean the engine bay without using the water hose and soap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87Chief Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Probably windex? I'm not too sure, but I have seen some detail guys use tire wet to 'shine' the engine bay. Not sure what to clean the gunk up with without a water hose.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimoshel Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 A balled up rag or sponge dipped in solvent and elbow grease. That's why they have power washers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftpiercecracker1 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Are you in a position where you can't use proper cleaning agents? or do you just not want to? (afraid of messing up electronics) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banshee Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I totally agree except the power washer isn’t such a great idea sensitive electrical equipment and water DO NOT mix… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88whitemanche Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Scared of messing up electronics....ive had a scare when I got lucky I found my wires burning at thw wnd of.its possilble wire...don't want to mess with anything like that...first jeep electric scares me... Even though my mechanic.fixed the problem just washing the engine bay can be a scare to me especially looking at the pics above Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimoshel Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I spray the entire engine compartment with Gunk, Let it set 20-30 minutes, then hose it down. Occasionally It will be necessary to remove the distributor cap and dry it but no big problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftpiercecracker1 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I spray the entire engine compartment with Gunk, Let it set 20-30 minutes, then hose it down. Occasionally It will be necessary to remove the distributor cap and dry it but no big problems. :agree: Remember, your comanche needs to know that you are "pack leader" if it senses you are afraid or scared of it, it will most certainly turn on you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88whitemanche Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Funny that you say that I really do feel that way...tjats probably why I run her hard when I go off road... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParadiseMJ Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I've been washing the engine bay on every vehicle I've ever had with Chemtool, Gunk, Simple Green, 409, Purple Power and the dreaded WATER since I was 16...I'm 60 now (so since 1968) and I'm still doing it. Yes, I am an antique. I've never had one itty bitty problem with "sensitive electronics"...not ever. Just leave the ignition OFF and make sure you don't blast the crap out of the TPS or dizzy etc. and don't submerge anything, you'll be fine. ...thats probably why I run her hard when I go off road... We're still talking about the Jeep, right?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88whitemanche Posted November 14, 2012 Author Share Posted November 14, 2012 Ok cool ill just go easy while spraying water on her and lmfao yes I am talking about the jeep...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftpiercecracker1 Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Ok cool ill just go easy while spraying water on her and lmfao yes I am talking about the jeep...lol 8) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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