So made use of an empty garage this afternoon, gave my engine bay a bit of attention!
Tbh, it's not something i spend alot of time over ( if anything nearly none at all ) and it was getting rather filthy, especially after the crappy winter we had!
Whilst the bonnet was up i added in something i should have done after i bought it, 2 off rubber grommets to fit in the hole of the top mounts to stop any water coming in. Its only the off side that needs it but it would look odd if it didnt have it the other side!
IMG_5556 by
Jack_Pearson, on Flickr
Went at it with some APC ( 4:1 ish ) and a couple of brushes then washed it off after and got as much water marks off as possible, i got at the majorly bad bits but still looks minging in the photo
One thing i did do but not photo'd is clean the underside of the bonnet, that was proper filthy!
I need to get hold of a decent engine dressing tbh, because with all the heat everything is so dry, but whilst i was there i tried out kleenfreaks ( yes i've been buying more ) trim dressing which you can use on any plastic, rubber or vinyl inside and out.
It leaves a nice clean finish without looking shiney and greasy, in the photo below i've applied some to the loom cover and the rear cam cover to show the difference!
IMG_5566 by
Jack_Pearson, on Flickr
Think i neeed a steam cleaner on the job tbh, anyone had experience in the past with them being okay to clean the bay with?
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