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Engine Corrosion clean up

Monica_Stang

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Hey everyone. Just wanted some quick advice on the best way to get rid of some engine corrosion I got.

It’s mainly on the engine block. And some surrounding metal pieces.

What products and methods can I try to get this cleaned up a bit?
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Get Simple Green.

With car cold, liberally spray down entire engine bay when cold, let sit for a good 10 mins. If you have a long handled soft brush, just go over all areas you can reach to clean any oxi’d areas (as well as any dirt).

Rinse off Simple Green, then start car, let it run for a good 10-15 mins w/ hood closed to speed up drying.

After dry, get WD40 and spray the metal areas - after spraying, again start car and let sit for 5-10 mins w/ hood closed. The WD40 will not ignite or cause any issues with anything, the heat will burn off any residual WD40 so don’t worry if you smell anything while car is running. After running car, just pop hood and wipe down any plastic surfaces.

WD40 will protect the metals from that oxidation and rust; the original intent and design of WD40 was to repel moisture and water - which will help to prevent that oxi build up due to constant changing weather conditions.

I’ve been doing the above for years with any vehicle I’ve had, including my 94 Cobra - and it works.
 
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Thanks cobra. I was seeing simple green come up on a lot of google searches but was reading sometimes it’s not great for aluminum and a bit to strong.

I’ll dilute it a bit to start off and follow your steps. The advice is much appreciated. :like:
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