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Old 11-14-2013, 07:40 AM   #29
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That is a great video. Thanks!
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Old 11-14-2013, 07:53 AM   #30
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You bet!

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Old 11-14-2013, 02:28 PM   #31
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Simple green,diluted appropriatly . Leaf blower to dry.
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Old 04-08-2014, 07:18 PM   #32
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Rinse
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Rinse
More APC/agitation if necessary
Dry


Is it just me or did she not cover up the fuse box (Just asking) but still sprayed it with water? Just curious as to if it really matters whether it's covered or not?


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Old 04-09-2014, 07:24 AM   #33
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Is it just me or did she not cover up the fuse box (Just asking) but still sprayed it with water? Just curious as to if it really matters whether it's covered or not?


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Fuse boxes, and all other electrical connections on almost every vehicle made in the past 20 years or so are sealed up from water using Weather-Pak connectors.

On Camaros specifically, all you'll need to worry about is an open-element air filter or CAI if you have one...and you can cover the alternator if it makes you feel better, although not necessary.
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Old 04-09-2014, 07:44 AM   #34
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Once I'm done drying with a Master Blaster, I use Adam's In & Out Spray to give it that better than new look!
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Old 07-27-2014, 06:05 PM   #35
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I don't have access to a water hose (I wash with buckets) so I plan to clean the engine with a spray bottle of cleaner and two spray bottle of water for rinsing.

Question: I don't have an all-purpose cleaner but a lot of Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss. Can I fill a spray bottle with a concentrated mix of the citrus cleaner and use it as a degreaser?

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Old 07-27-2014, 06:10 PM   #36
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When needed. I usually use Adam's APC. Always looks like this...
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Old 07-27-2014, 07:46 PM   #37
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I don't have access to a water hose (I wash with buckets) so I plan to clean the engine with a spray bottle of cleaner and two spray bottle of water for rinsing.

Question: I don't have an all-purpose cleaner but a lot of Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss. Can I fill a spray bottle with a concentrated mix of the citrus cleaner and use it as a degreaser?

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You can try, but don't expect anything great compared to what an APC can do. I'm sure the chemicals between the two are worlds apart.
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Old 07-27-2014, 08:13 PM   #38
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I don't have access to a water hose (I wash with buckets) so I plan to clean the engine with a spray bottle of cleaner and two spray bottle of water for rinsing.

Question: I don't have an all-purpose cleaner but a lot of Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss. Can I fill a spray bottle with a concentrated mix of the citrus cleaner and use it as a degreaser?

Thanks.
This actually might work better than most would think. Of all the soaps out there, this one probably would be the best bet since it has the citrus and can be used as a strip wash.

I do agree than you won't see comparable results to an apc, but I bet it'll do something.
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Old 07-28-2014, 12:04 AM   #39
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Old 07-28-2014, 12:29 AM   #40
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I have a 2003 Xterra and the engine bay is seriously grimy. You guys think an APC at higher concentrate will cut through the 10 plus years of grime or should I look into a degreaser?
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Old 07-28-2014, 01:19 AM   #41
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APC with agitation will do fine.
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Old 07-28-2014, 08:22 PM   #42
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Who is this Dylan cat and where is this video you speak of?
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