I Want A Pretty Engine!!!!!!
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I Want A Pretty Engine!!!!!!
Anybody have a good safe process for cleaning an installed 7.3L engine (stock) or any tips or tricks would also be welcomed. The last and only time I cleaned my engine I used Engine Brite, a small steamer and soft misting water for rinsing, I had OK results. For the most part I just need to remove light/medium dirt/dust and soot. The most important thing is that I dont tear anything up, just not worth it.
Thanks FTE!!!!!!!!
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From: Independence, Ky
Really dont know about how safe it is, but I ve been doing it this way for years with no adverse effects..... First I either cover the power steering tank with a ziplock bag and rubber band it or sometimes I just stick a toothpick in the vent hole. I then run the engine for a few minutes (15 or so) to warm it just a little. I then spray the entire engine with Mean Green degreaser. Not sure if it is available nationwide, but its one of the best degreasers I have ever used. You can actually watch the dirt and grime disappear when the Mean Green hits it. Anyway, just let it set for a few minutes, then hose it off with a garden hose. Just my method..... Every time I have washed it this way It always seems to remove a little more dirt. Will try to get a pic posted, its pretty clean for a 99!
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You know meier63, I have done what you have suggested to other vehicles before, mostly mid-size cars, and it does work. However when I do it I use pressurized water for rinsing, but maybe I can try it with a soft rinse. The rinsing step is what is tricky for me because I dont want to get water and/or chemicals where it could harm the engine. Are you saying that you feel the power steering pump vent is the only vunerable area/part???
Thanks for your advice meier63.
Anymore out there guys?
Thanks for your advice meier63.
Anymore out there guys?
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I blast the crap out of it with 2500psi. Then soak the greasy spots in Purple Power and blast it some more. I do avoid hitting wire connectors, but a healthy dose of dielectric grease on plugs like IPR and ICP sensor is a good idea.
I dunno why so many are paranoid about this...
I've put well over 300k miles on my 2 PSD's. My engines not as clean as Rick's, but I actually drive my trucks in the rain (and SNOW!!!).
I dunno why so many are paranoid about this...
I've put well over 300k miles on my 2 PSD's. My engines not as clean as Rick's, but I actually drive my trucks in the rain (and SNOW!!!).
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Man nobodys is a clean as Rick's, and I have only seen pics of his.
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I'm with Jason... I use a pressure washer, purple power or simple green and then rinse. I got water in my injector harness one time, just unplugged it, blew it out with some compressed air and it was good to go. I used to have a dirty, dirty, nasty engine, but now it's sparkly clean!!
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I got an electric pressure washer from Lowe's I use all the time with no ill effects. just stay away from electrical stuff haha.
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WOW!!!!!! Vegas. You did a really good job man. My engine is not even close to being as dirty as yours was. But your little water in the injector problem scares me
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just spray the crap out of everything,after a healthy dowsing of purple stuff! never had a problem. But if youre worried about pulling a connector apart for water you shouldnt be under the hood anyway..... lol, j/k. I like to pull them apart and put dielectric grease anyway. keeps water and dirt out. just use a med fan tip. you'll be fine.
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I happen to be one of the guys thats afraid to wash my engine....Ive done it twice and both times I had to replace the belt because it went to squeeling bad afterwards....maybe I'm just an idiot. Maybe I had the engine running...
I guess I am an idiot!
I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
I guess I am an idiot!I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
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Also watch the alternator. It won't hurt it once but time and time again I believe it shortens its life. I say that because I'm with Chris above but had to replace my alternator premature I think. My 2cents. Chet
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I happen to be one of the guys thats afraid to wash my engine....Ive done it twice and both times I had to replace the belt because it went to squeeling bad afterwards....maybe I'm just an idiot. Maybe I had the engine running... I guess I am an idiot!
I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
I guess I am an idiot!I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
You cleaned the belt off to well and it squeels. Why not just spray some 'belt dressing' on it and it should have been fine.
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I happen to be one of the guys thats afraid to wash my engine....Ive done it twice and both times I had to replace the belt because it went to squeeling bad afterwards....maybe I'm just an idiot. Maybe I had the engine running... I guess I am an idiot!
I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
I guess I am an idiot!I've seen Ricks engine, its just as clean as the rest of his truck. I think he keeps it under a cover, and never drives it. He got the odometer out of a wrecked truck. The original is sitting in his curio cabinet with 9 miles on it.
