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oldseadog



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Engine Cleaning

I would like some advise on how to safely clean my engine.
What engine cleaner detergent should I use?
Should I use a high-pressure machine?
Can I take the plastic cover off the top to clean the back of the engine?
How long should I leave the engine to dry before starting? -------------------------------------------------------------
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Post #367977 7th Mar 2019 1:43 pm
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SouthamFL2



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I do mine every Spring, it's not as daunting as you might think.

With a cold engine block, wrap cling film tightly around every exposed wire, cable and connector that you can visibly see.

Apply generous measures of Autoglym Engine and Machine Cleaner to all hoses, plastics and exposed metalwork.

Agitate with a long-handled radiator brush, to get down low into all the cracks and creases.

Rinse with a light spray from a hose pipe - DO NOT use a pressure washer under any circumstances.

Leave to dry naturally, and if you want to make it look factory, lightly spray hoses, plastics and engine cover with Autoglym Vinyl and Rubbercare, and leave to dry naturally for a couple of hours.

Post #367981 7th Mar 2019 2:07 pm
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oldseadog



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Thanks Southam for that excellent advise. Thumbs Up
I'll give it a go this weekend (and stay away from the pressure washer! Twisted Evil ) -------------------------------------------------------------
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2000 Freelander 1 3 door white gold - gone
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Post #367983 7th Mar 2019 2:34 pm
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alex_pescaru



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On the opposite side, I've always used pressure washer, without isolating anything.
And my engine has the cover off almost from the beginning. It's easier to keep an eye on things...
Never had any problem. Laughing

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On the opposite side, I've always used pressure washer, without isolating anything.
And my engine has the cover off almost from the beginning. It's easier to keep an eye on things...
Never had any problem. Laughing


Exactly what I do Laughing Rolling with laughter

I leave engine running, and do not blast at any electrical components

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oldseadog



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Ok....now what do I do Rolling Eyes Big Cry Thud -------------------------------------------------------------
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2000 Freelander 1 3 door white gold - gone
1995 Discovery 1 200Tdi Biaritz Blue - gone
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Post #367991 7th Mar 2019 4:13 pm
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SouthamFL2



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Oh well, it would be a boring world if each of us did everything the same way, wouldn't it?

Here's a video from the experts showing you their way of doing it.....other methods described above are at your own risk!

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Jack frost



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Leave well alone the damage you could potentially cause simply not worth it, fragile car electrics & water don’t mix well.

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LR NUT



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This is how JLR do it Laughing
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SouthamFL2



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That reminds me of the old Wheeler Dealers:Trading Up, where Mike Brewer is in India and they do exactly that to one of his purchases....he gets less than 20 yards up the road, and it dies on him Rolling with laughter

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alex_pescaru



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SouthamFL2 wrote:
Here's a video from the experts showing you their way of doing it.....

I've always wondered how they, in videos like this, dirty up the engine before applying their products. Whistle
Didn't you get the impression that the dirt, always, is way to easy cleaned up? Laughing Laughing

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SouthamFL2



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Alex, you should come and trawl our rural roads one winter....come the spring you'll see just how much muck gets into an engine bay.....particularly with all the construction going on right across the country......the roads are muddy, wet and full of pot-holes. I'm glad I drive a FL2, as its proven to cope with the crap state of the roads here.......

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oldseadog



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Rolling with laughter Rolling with laughter How many people does it take to close a bonnet, let alone wash a car in India? Laughing Laughing It's a wonder they didn't foam the interior! Big Cry Rolling with laughter -------------------------------------------------------------
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1982 RR 2 door Sahara dust - gone
2000 Freelander 1 3 door white gold - gone
1995 Discovery 1 200Tdi Biaritz Blue - gone
2009 FL2 TD4 HSE Stornoway Grey

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SYFL2



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I find a good degreaser worked in with a brush then left for a while,then I use a 5ltr garden pump up sprayer to clean off works well. The garden sprayer is very directable and easy to keep away from electricals,then when dry some Areospace 303 finishes it off.

Post #368041 8th Mar 2019 1:27 pm
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