Engine Bay Cleaning...

[nbvolks]

I wouldn't use detergents like 409 in the engine bay as it's very harsh on rubber and any electrical components. Simple Green is better, though you have to make sure to thoroughly rinse so as not to etch the metal surfaces (if you care about that). For plastic and rubber pieces use WD-40. It gives the pieces a nice clean finish, and if rubbed off properly will not leave a film like armor-all.

[WILLY]

I just gently hose it down to get the dust of it,i figure no since in making it look like shiny new seems how i dont go down the road with my hood up to show off my engine.

[nfpgasmask]

Yeah, I'm with you Willy. I am not interested in showing it off, but I would like to keep it clean as part of general maintenance. I am still dripping coolant under there somewhere and I want to clean it up real nice and see if I can identify what is going on...

Bart

I just gently hose it down to get the dust of it,i figure no since in making it look like shiny new seems how i dont go down the road with my hood up to show off my engine.

[VXD959]

I usually buy a product called Engine Detailer at AutoZone (two spray bottles: one to clean the engine and the other to dress it). It's good for two applications or so. I have had excellent results with it.