OMG This is Amazing

[stylinhonda]

I really need help cleaning my engine bay. Im paradoin of things getting to wet etc. I came across this but the thread was closed. Ill have to pic up what did this lol OMG's

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3159

[Mike Phillips]

It's not only amazing, it was also rather easy...

As time permits, I'll upload the how-to article and pictures

Mike

[Lt1Corvette]

I saw that first hand. It was truely incredible. The engine looked brand new.

[gb387]

Originally posted by Lt1Corvette
I saw that first hand. It was truely incredible. The engine looked brand new.

Do you know what dressing was used if any?

[gbackus]

I've been anxiously awaiting that how to

[Jackiex]

Mr. Phillips this is not fair!!!
It’s the same as telling someone that you have a big secret and then not letting them know what it is.

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by Jackiex
Mr. Phillips this is not fair!!!
It’s the same as telling someone that you have a big secret and then not letting them know what it is.

Sorry about that, it was Hyper Dressing.



Mike

[Jackiex]

and......

You did such a good job you have to tell the whole story soon PLEASE!

[cheapthrills]

That Engine bay looks great! One of the best before and after's I have seen. I'll be picking up some Hyper dressing tomorrow at Pal's (Meguiar's Distributor) This stuff has so many uses and can also be diluted, it's sure to save me some money, and give the looks I desire. I'm still curious to know what was used to clean this up! Heavy Duty degreaser? or maybe the Safe-D-Greaser? I also noticed the fenders and front are covered and taped, Was the cleaner used that strong? or is this just routine when doing any type of engine cleaning?

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by cheapthrills
That Engine bay looks great! One of the best before and after's I have seen. I'll be picking up some Hyper dressing tomorrow at Pal's (Meguiar's Distributor) This stuff has so many uses and can also be diluted, it's sure to save me some money, and give the looks I desire.

I'm still curious to know what was used to clean this up! Heavy Duty degreaser? or maybe the Safe-D-Greaser? I also noticed the fenders and front are covered and taped, Was the cleaner used that strong? or is this just routine when doing any type of engine cleaning?

Here is a photo of the tools we used to clean the engine compartment. Notice the gloves and the safety glasses. The two most important tools.



Mike

[cheapthrills]

Mike did you do that engine bay? Very nice job!

Is that an air gun or a pressure washer? Also whats in the little yellow plastic bag?

[Paulvr4]

Hello -

I am curious about how you apply the hyper dressing on the engine. You state that it was applied and left to do the rest of the civic. I want to know if you just sprayed the plastic parts, or did you do the shock towers (chassis portion) and the other red paint b/c it looks shiney, but not sure if that's wax or HD. Did you have to wipe it down in the end? Any brushes used to apply?

Let me know before I shell out $35 for a gallon - b/c this might be the product I totally need.

Thanks!

[Chubs]

I don't know about how Mike cleaned the engine bay, But I love Hyper Dressing. I was using 3 to 4 different proucts for interior and exterior parts that called for some kind of dressing. Now HD is all I use. from the engine to tires to the interior (except for leather). It is kind of pricey but it is the only of its kind that you can dilute to get the preferred shine on what ever you want.

To me it's worth every penny.
Chubs

[LETSRIDE]

I would like to know too. My major concerns would be the newer vehicles that have the ecu in the engine compartment....

[Lt1Corvette]

Most of the ecu's on modern cars are pretty well sealed. If you are worried I would simpy cover it with a plastic bag or some tin foil. I know mine is factory sealed in plastic, then has a water tight covering on it. I have hit it full power with the hose several times and had zero problems.
If you want to be safe, don't use a power washer or hose. Get some extra cleaner, spray down an area of the engine, then go after it with a damp terry cloth towel. I did that through out my entire engine bay. Took a few hours, however the results were great and there was never any worry of water damage. Another trick that I find works well is spraying an area down with a spray bottle and chasing the spray with a wet vac. Then drying off with towel.