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Didn't know whether this was technical so posted it here.

My brothers brother in law is a Car Detailer and a really good one,at that.But he won't clean my engine bay because he dosen't have the equiptment.He only has a power washer and says it would do more harm than good.He did,however put me on to a guy who specialises in steam cleaning all sorts of vehicles.He preps cars for rustproofing,cleans HGV's for MOT's and plant for maintenace,amongst other things.
I have spoken to him at length,because of my concerns,but he assures me he will do a first rate job.

What do you guys feel about "Proffesional Steam Cleaning" and would you consider it,have you had it done,wouldn't touch it...etc?


Gaz

I've had engine bays steam cleaned before, does a good job.

Never had an issue with it, but then i haven't done my e21... yet.

I took my Pajero pitting last weekend...


I power washed the hell out of the engine bay (whilst being careful!), no harm done

I usually use a jet wash and the only 2 things I make sure to do are a) let the engine cool first and b) avoid directing water at electrics etc or any of the other obvious bits. Gunk etc applied with a white wash brush helps with stubborn crud. Once the jet washing is over, I get stuck in with a bucket of soapy water and a sponge, before finally rinsing. A dose of WD40 or duck-oil on the electrics and then fire it up to dry out the worst. Then I polish the exposed bits on the inner wings etc.

I bag up electronics and then use brake cleaner on serious oily type crud and blast with a jet wash. Don't use brake cleaner on painted surface! Use gunk.

nas80 wrote:I bag up electronics and then use brake cleaner on serious oily type crud and blast with a jet wash. Don't use brake cleaner on painted surface! Use gunk.

I'd say that's the best method of operation too. My inlet manifold and head cover is a little too dirty though. Going to take them off, rub them down and respray them a shiny silver again when I get the time.

m3gaz wrote:Didn't know whether this was technical so posted it here.

My brothers brother in law is a Car Detailer and a really good one,at that.But he won't clean my engine bay because he dosen't have the equiptment.He only has a power washer and says it would do more harm than good.He did,however put me on to a guy who specialises in steam cleaning all sorts of vehicles.He preps cars for rustproofing,cleans HGV's for MOT's and plant for maintenace,amongst other things.
I have spoken to him at length,because of my concerns,but he assures me he will do a first rate job.

What do you guys feel about "Proffesional Steam Cleaning" and would you consider it,have you had it done,wouldn't touch it...etc?


Gaz

Try Engine NV. I used t use it on my old Ford and will probably do it to the bm. Just spray on, agitate with a brush and leave on for a bit, then wash.

Thanks Men.I'll take the plunge