How to clean the engine compartment?
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How to clean the engine compartment?
I was planning on cleaning the engine bay in my 96 Ranger. Is there really anything that needs to be protected from water? I remember the old days of distributors. You had to cover those up. With today's sealed components, is there anything that I need to cover or protect before spraying engine degreaser all over the the engine compartment?
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How to clean the engine compartment?
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I would cover the alternator, and try to keep all water out of it. Other than that, I just spray everything.
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I would cover the alternator, and try to keep all water out of it. Other than that, I just spray everything.
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How to clean the engine compartment?
I would cover the alternator and anything else you think might be water sensitive with a few paper towels and then a plastic bag and then use oven cleaner 
(no kidding) and spray the engine compartment. It will clean it better then degreaser.
HINT: If you goto walmart you will be able to buy an arisol can of tire shine, SPRAY IT ON ALL THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS. It will make them look brand new!!
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(no kidding) and spray the engine compartment. It will clean it better then degreaser. HINT: If you goto walmart you will be able to buy an arisol can of tire shine, SPRAY IT ON ALL THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS. It will make them look brand new!!
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How to clean the engine compartment?
Theres a pretty thorough thread on this subject in the Garage and Workshop forum, give it a quick peruse and you should be golden.
Good luck, you will get dirty...just so you know....
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Good luck, you will get dirty...just so you know....
Drew.
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