SBC_Maro Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Hi guys, just joined here hoping to get some expert knowledge on detailing under the hood. I have an 01 camaro that needs the motor cleaned, but im worried about getting things wet and causing damage. any advice would be great. thanks, Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junkman2008 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 First off, welcome to the forum! I don't know anything about the engine in the 01 Camaro, however, some detailing rules will apply across the board. The first being, never use any high pressure water. That will do nothing but force dirt and water into area that may cause issues. Adam's makes 2 products that I have successfully used on the motor, one being the Undercarriage Spray and the other being the All Purpose Cleaner. I don't have a very dirty engine so both worked great for me. Maybe one of the guys who have put both to the test will chime in on which they feel is better. I would do this while the engine is warm, NOT hot. Scrub as much of the engine as you can with a sponge and then rinse it off immediately using either a soft running stream of water or a gentle shower style stream of water. Try and not drown any area that contains electronics with water or cleaner. After you have rinsed the motor, immediately start it up and let it idle long enough to dry itself. You should be okay after that. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 70'sChevyGirl Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Nitelord Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Welcome to AF. I've used APC (full strength) on the lower half of the engine, without a problem. As AJ, said... avoid direct streams of water on the electronics. For detailing, I use the VRT and Undercarriage Spray. VRT on the engine parts and the Undercarriage spray on the firewall and fenders. Good luck.. Be sure and watch the video's on the Adams web site. They are very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jjwvette Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 to AF Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I washed my G8GT engine bay yesterday and the only thing I covered was the CAI filter with a bag. Not an issue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Rich Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Some people dilute the VRT with water to spray it on in areas you can't reach. I prefer to use it on a rag or sponge stick to apply a nice clean look to my underhood areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SBC_Maro Posted March 17, 2009 Author Share Posted March 17, 2009 Wow thanks guys for all the advice and tips, I feel a little more confident now. thanks, Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bill-V8V Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 A wheel well brush works well for agitating after spraying with APC. And I am an expert on agitating :D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 cuzjarrett94 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 A wheel well brush works well for agitating after spraying with APC. And I am an expert on agitating :D:D :welcomebanner: nice to see more camaro guys on here:burnout:and bill we know you are good at agitating... j/p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hi guys, just joined here hoping to get some expert knowledge on detailing under the hood.
I have an 01 camaro that needs the motor cleaned, but im worried about getting things wet and causing damage. any advice would be great.
thanks, Louise
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