Will it Hurt to wash the engine with soap and water.

[Toronto_ACR]

Can someone tell me if they recommebd waqsking the engine with soap and water. Or will it make problems with corrosion and wires. What is the best way to get the dust and dirt off the engine

Thanks

 

[SapphireGTS]

I have never been too crazy about hosing down an engine. Too many parts that probably shouldnt get wet. I just take a damp rag and rub it down. My friend power washes his motor all the time but its a camaro and most of the engine parts are plastic .

 

[MR VENOM]

Gave mine a complete wash down with full strength "Simple Green". Applied it with a brush, let it sit awhile, brushed again, and rinsed off with a hose being careful not to spray "electrical" items. Turned out great. Just a little residual water under manifold, "sopped" it out, let it dry a few hours...and no problems at all.

 

[RT/ED]

I have sprayed a "cold" engine with a mild detergent like "Simple Green", let it soak in for a few minutes. Hose down with a FINE mist of clear water. Stay away from the alternator or cover it with a plastic bag and any other electrical areas you may be concerned about. Been doing this for years on all my cars. Comes out GREAT!!

 

[99 R/T 10]

If you need to dry out the engine compartment, try using a 200 MPH leaf blower! Works great, dries it out fast!

 

[MichaelP]

If you need to dry out the engine compartment, try using a 200 MPH leaf blower! Works great to dry it out fast!

Or TRY driving 200MPH instead.