What to use to clean Jeep engine

[zoomin0074]

I have a 94 Wrangler with 4.0L.. I am looking to clean the engine compartment but I dont want any oily shiney film left over to attract dirt. I would like to remove grease and grime from engine along with caked on dirt on the fenderwells and firewall. What are my options?

[mckeand13]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Step 1) Clean entire engine compartment with Safe D-greaser and some brushes. Before washing: Remove battery, cover up alternator, fuse box, and any other critical electrical areas with tin foil.

I like to remove air intake, airbox, and other easily removed items so you have better access to clean the engine compartment and also clean those items better. Saran wrap and tape over any hoses or intake passages you have opened up.

Step 2) Dry. I like to use the leaf blower.

Step 3) Spray entire engine compartment with Hyperdressing

Step 4) Smell Hyperdressing for a while

Step 5) Reassemble

Step 6) Admire

Take a look at my post:

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15193

Also do a search on Hyperdressing and Safe D-Greaser for many other useful posts.

[zoomin0074]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

there are going to be some areas that I will not be able to access with a brush.. will the Safe D-greaser remove the dirt without scrubbing it? Does Hyperdressing leave an oily armorall type film after done? Im trying to keep away from that wet look cause it usually attracts dirt/dust.

[mckeand13]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

there are going to be some areas that I will not be able to access with a brush.. will the Safe D-greaser remove the dirt without scrubbing it? Does Hyperdressing leave an oily armorall type film after done? Im trying to keep away from that wet look cause it usually attracts dirt/dust.

The Safe D-greaser along with a blast of water from the hose should take almost everything off.

Hyperdressing leaves a finish that you can vary from very low gloss to very shiny depending on the dilution. It doesn't really attract much dirt at all. A lot less than what I thought it would. It's not a tacky/sticky finish but somewhat slick.

The best part is, that even if it does get dirty/dusty, you just hose it off with water and reapply the Hyperdressing. Dirt doesn't stick anymore because of the layer of Hyperdressing. You shouldn't really need to degrease and clean much again.

[AeroCleanse]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

I can't find a product called Safe D-greaser. I'm not familiar with the whole product line. Has it been replaced with something new?

[mckeand13]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Safe D-greaser has been obsoleted.

Use either:
Super D-greaser (more powerful) or
All Purpose Cleaner Plus (Similar or a little less in strength).

I never thought Safe D-greaser was all too strong. I'm probably going to try some Super for my next go at underhood cleaning.

[AeroCleanse]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

I'm learning the extensive line, so it might take a while to memorize it all.

[ramphonic]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Use some APC and use the least amount of water as possible. Like the they said cover any electrical sensors Ive had some go bad getting them wet while washing.

[BINGO53]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Looks like you have some serious cleaning to do there. This is what I have done on several compartments in far worse shape.

1. Super Degreaser doused liberally.
2. Work the problem areas with regular round parts brush. (from any good Auto Parts store)
3. Repeat as needed.
4. Hose off with just the regular garden hose nozzle. (not set for too much Hi Press spray) Avoid spraying directly onto electrical components. If in doubt, cover with tin foil, as in use your own good judgement. If in doubt, cover or remove it. I have had no problems, but do take care.
5. Douse liberally with All Season Dressing EVERYWHERE while still wet.
6. Close hood, let sit overnight.
7. Morning, open hood wipe where needed with a cheapie terry towel.
8. VOILÀ! After a short trip or two, any greasy film that might be left will dissipate.

All of these products can be obtained from Auto Detailing Solutions.

[AeroCleanse]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

I have some local suppliers for the professional stuff. I haven't talked to them yet other to find that stock it.

[Joe's detailing]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Greased Lightning Orange Blast.!!!!

Spray engine, let it sit, then pressure wash spray 2 feet away from wires and electrical things. Otherwise gets closer to firewall etc....
That engine looks pretty safe, compared to newer vehicles I've done..

[Jeepster04]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Thats a jeep, run it through a mud hole to clean the Engine..

[roushstage2]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Thats a jeep, run it through a mud hole to clean the Engine..

Touche. Touche.

[Jeepster04]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

Hehe.

All kidding aside, it looks like that I-6 will need some De-greaser. Probably Super Degreaser. It some great stuff and you can dilute it as needed. 4:1 would probably be best for that engine.

Watch the distributor cap, it may get wet and not fire properly. Ive had that happen on the I-6's before.

edit: just noticed this was from march. Im getting tired of all these old threads.

[roushstage2]

Re: What to use to clean Jeep engine

When an old post is brought back, whoever does it, please make a note of it!