Engine Compartment Cleaning

[Blue Goose]

OK, I've read some horror stories about people power washing their 6.0 engine compartments.....Can it be done and what precautions need to be taken?

 

[6L PWR]

I haven't had any issues. I cover my air cleaner, as it's an exposed K&N style, I cover the computer on the drivers side, as it's expossed, and I cover the computer as best I can under the degas bottle. I also try to do it while the engine is cool. Hitting that cast iron while hot wouldn't be very good I wouldn't think.

 

[lil_dq]

I don't know hwo your guys motors are set up but I used to take a four inch pvc cap and remove the k&n filter. Replace it with the cap and screw it down tight. That way i knew for sure that there was NO water getting in the intake! And yes definatly when cool!

 

[bowtiehatr]

we use a steam cleaner at work and as long as it has no open filter, i worry about nothing. every connector SHOULD have a seal on it and there will be nothing to worry about. havent had a issue yet.

 

[Beachbumcook]

What is a good type or brand of degreaser or cleaner to use?

Have been told that some brands do not like aluminum and or rubber parts... so curious what is a good brand or type to spray on, let sit for a minute or two and hose off (not necessarily with a pressure washer).

Thanks,