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Old 25-Feb-2005, 03:06 AM
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cleaning engine and tranny

I have an engine and transmission in my garage, and I want to clean them up b4 i swap it into my car next month. What would be the best way to clean them (what product) so that it looks brand new when i drop it in? Is the anything that i should know, so that i dont mess things up (swap is intact and complete)? should i use varsol?

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Old 25-Feb-2005, 08:15 AM
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I'd use engine degreaser and a wire brush. Then just hose it off. Watch any electronics that may still be attached. (sensors etc.) Also you could pull of your valve cover and repaint or powdercoat it.
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Old 25-Feb-2005, 08:45 AM
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Old 27-Feb-2005, 12:36 PM
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pressure washer unless you like scrubbing
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Old 27-Feb-2005, 02:54 PM
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I would stay away from the pressure washer... honda cylinders are sealed pretty well from the plug caps, but I wouldn't take that chance. Besides, with high pressure you're just begging to screw up sensors and other electrical no matter how well you cover them.
Degreaser and a wire brush is definitely the way to go. Then rinse with a soft stream of water, and repeat whole process if needed.
Alot of people love the Gunk products, others say they're a big ferking mess. I'm a fan of Simple Green.
Good luck.
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ya simple green is good stuff thats what i used
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