My first engine detail...how did I do?

crimson

crimson

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This morning I decided to detail the engine in my Camaro...for no reason at all :D



I doubt it has ever been cleaned, it has 77,000 miles on it and I bought it when it had 63,000 miles. So I broke out the Simple Green, my collection of brushes, Stoner's Trim Shine, Mother's QD, Deep Crystal car wash, and the NXT.



These are the results: Total time about 2 hours.



BEFORE:

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AFTER:

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So...how did I do ;)
 
Looks like you did an exceptional job :cool:



I have a '93 z28 that is in desperate need of an engine cleaning, but I always have to worry about the dang optispark.
 
ZaneO said:
Looks like you did an exceptional job :cool:



I have a '93 z28 that is in desperate need of an engine cleaning, but I always have to worry about the dang optispark.
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Ahh yes...the optispark.



Wouldn't want to get that too wet huh ;) There's always aluminum foil...lots of it :D
 
The optispark is the LT1's version of a distributor, located below the water pump. It is very susceptible (sp?) to water damage.



I thought about trying to cover it in foil, but it's such a pain to get to, I don't know if that's a real option.
 
UPDATE: I took some pictures when the sun wasn't directly over the hood. here is what it look light lit :D



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Damn looks good! Did you use the Stoner's on all the plastic and rubber pieces? Did you have to wipe it on or just spray it on and let dry? Looks awesome!
 
Slick said:
Damn looks good! Did you use the Stoner's on all the plastic and rubber pieces? Did you have to wipe it on or just spray it on and let dry? Looks awesome!
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I sprayed it on, let it soak for about a half hour. Then buffed all the plastic and wiped up any excess.



I think I have a natural knack for this kind of stuff ;)
 
ZaneO said:
The optispark is the LT1's version of a distributor, located below the water pump. It is very susceptible (sp?) to water damage.



I thought about trying to cover it in foil, but it's such a pain to get to, I don't know if that's a real option.
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I don't think it's possible to cover the whole thing....lol



And I wouldn't take the chance with a non-vented one. :scared



Crimson -- looks awesome :)
 
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