Engine Care

**benzy_boi** · February 11th, 2009 11:42 AM

To all gurus' out there

, I want to ask is there an existing thread that tackles about engine care? If none, please give me any do's and dont's on how to properly clean an engine.

I have a W123 220 ride, it's been a year since I got this ride from my father in law. Last night for the first time, I replaced all the fan belts successfully

. But It was so messed up because of the grease that is covering all over the engine especially on the lower part.

That's why I wanted to have it engine washed, in order for me to locate any oil leaks and have it fix right away

. Can you suggest where can I have it done? My location is cavite.

Many thanks...

**4agze** · February 11th, 2009 12:20 PM

well if your engine is cold and make sure you cover your wires & distributor if your using a engine degreaser like this, the instruction is on the back just follow it you'll be fine.

**benzy_boi** · February 11th, 2009 12:46 PM

Originally Posted by 4agze

well if your engine is cold and make sure you cover your wires & distributor if your using a engine degreaser like this, the instruction is on the back just follow it you'll be fine.

Thanks for the advice, I will try this one.

**oj88** · February 11th, 2009 01:27 PM

Most gasoline stations offers engine wash as a service. They pretty much know which parts to cover up to prevent water from damaging any engine component. If you have a choice, choose the gas station nearest your house so the engine wouldn't be too hot when you get there. If the engine is warm, allow it to cool down for about half an hour before beginning the wash.... just park somewhere inside the gas station and get a cup of coffee from their convenience store while waiting.

**benzy_boi** · February 11th, 2009 01:42 PM

Originally Posted by oj88

Most gasoline stations offers engine wash as a service. They pretty much know which parts to cover up to prevent water from damaging any engine component. If you have a choice, choose the gas station nearest your house so the engine wouldn't be too hot when you get there. If the engine is warm, allow it to cool down for about half an hour before beginning the wash.... just park somewhere inside the gas station and get a cup of coffee from their convenience store while waiting.

nice tip!

thanks!

**benzy_boi** · February 11th, 2009 01:48 PM

just one question, does gas stations have fix price for an engine wash? Or it will depends on how dirty is your engine?

**oj88** · February 11th, 2009 02:02 PM

Originally Posted by benzy_boi

just one question, does gas stations have fix price for an engine wash? Or it will depends on how dirty is your engine?

Their rates are usually based on the size of your vehicle. (ie. cars are generally cheaper, while larger vans or SUVs are a bit higher).

**XTO** · February 11th, 2009 02:03 PM

gas stations have fixed price for an engine wash. depends only if you'll get their package like engine, body and under wash which is much cheaper than individual service.

**benzy_boi** · February 11th, 2009 02:49 PM

Originally Posted by XTO

gas stations have fixed price for an engine wash. depends only if you'll get their package like engine, body and under wash which is much cheaper than individual service.

thanks for the info...

**z168** · February 12th, 2009 02:39 AM

just make sure you ask around if someone had a good experience with their service. The engine bay is one of the most problematic washes if they dont know what theyre doing

I wish may nag-e-engine wash dito. anyway good luck