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engine cleanup

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by hazmat_hauler, Jul 10, 2012.

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    hazmat_hauler New Member

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    what r some/best products to use to clean and polish the engine and crankcase? i hear of simple green and citrus acid. are they safe to use on aluminum and chrome? any ideas how to remove small amounts of rust? Lets hear your recommendations. Thanks, Bill
     
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    MN-Maxims St. Paul Minnesota

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    I like Simple Green and warm water. Just mist the Simple Green on the engine and use a scrub brush to loosen up all of the heavy stuff. Repeat a few times and rinse with warm water. Then when it looks good and clean ill use cold water from the garden hose to finish.
    As far as polishing the engine cases see Mad Boehiem < spelling? He has polishing down to a science.

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    Thanks for the info. I appreciate it. I live just north of you. 2 hr drive up hwy 10 around little falls. Bill
     
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    MN-Maxims St. Paul Minnesota

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    Nice to know another XJ'er in the area. Ever get down to the cities look me up.

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