Power washing engine????

[kbbroiler]

Hey guys. Now that the Foxbody Mustang has been freed from emissions slavery. I'm planning to do work on my car. Now I have a 1989 LX 5.0 notchback and I never power washed the engine before. Now things like the alternator I know you are supposed to cover and well as electrical leads so does anyone have any advice on how to do this since it is my first time.


Thanks,


K.B

[Scrape]

Cover the wiper motor (trust me), distributor cap and wires and throttle body as well. But I do not suggest a power washer. A more gentle spray method is recommended.

[JZ67]

[Boomer]

That is a great detailed video...Thanks!

[Hutch]

I find this guys voice painfully annoying. I have power wash engines literally hundreds of times and never had a problem. You just can’t be an idiot and put the power washer really close to sensors. Spray the engine assembly down with degreaser, let it sit a little and then power wash off.

[Stephen06GT]

Spray the greasy, dirty parts with Simple Green or similar cleaner and let sit for a few minutes. Agitate with an old paint brush. Apply more cleaner if necessary. Rinse with a light spray. Repeat if necessary. Do NOT use use high pressure.

[FABMAN]

Spray the greasy, dirty parts with Simple Green or similar cleaner and let sit for a few minutes. Agitate with an old paint brush. Apply more cleaner if necessary. Rinse with a light spray. Repeat if necessary. Do NOT use use high pressure.

This has always been my go to solution for engine cleaning. Works very well.

[mavrrrick]

If you use power washer don't get right up on it with pressure....stay safe distance back. After I take airline and dry all connections(electrical). Never had an issue. (knock on wood)

[ZR]

Adding to the above, if washing a modular engine where plugs sit up top in a recess, all coils must be removed and holes blown or vac'd dry before restarting the engine.

[kbbroiler]

Okay thanks guys for the advice won't use a power washer. I'll use a regular hose but not on full.