Post your engine bay pics here!! All gens welcome
09-13-2011, 04:22 AM
#41
I would never, ever spray my engine down with a water hose. I didn't start in on engine bay bling until I had already owned the car for 7 years, and here I am two years later... my bay looks just fine.
All you need is elbow grease, patience, creativity and motivation.
Money too, I suppose. Titanium hardware isn't cheap.
All you need is elbow grease, patience, creativity and motivation.
Money too, I suppose. Titanium hardware isn't cheap.
Last edited by Rochester; 09-13-2011 at 04:38 AM.
09-13-2011, 05:32 AM
#44
09-13-2011, 05:45 AM
#45
x2 only thing i remove now are my hid parts.
wow...i dont do mine that quick i start my engine up after i spray degreaser to heat up the grease, if theres any, wash my car, then rinse the engine when i rinse the car...but that blower tip is pretty good
09-13-2011, 05:51 AM
#46
You couldn't pay me to spray my engine bay down with a garden hose......but if it got done by accident somehow (kids), the leaf-blower is a good idea.
09-13-2011, 06:58 AM
#48
There are a few things that would go into cleaning an engine bay to look like that.
1. you would need a good cleaner like simple green or purple power
2. a steam cleaner would also come in handy
3. assorted brushes for scrubbing
3b. a lot of rags
4. something to shine the plastics, such as tire shine.
5. a low pressure hose to rinse with
1. you would need a good cleaner like simple green or purple power
2. a steam cleaner would also come in handy
3. assorted brushes for scrubbing
3b. a lot of rags
4. something to shine the plastics, such as tire shine.
5. a low pressure hose to rinse with
thanks for your guide.
I have tried all the steps except using a steam cleaner, i will try it on my next engine bay detail
thanks again
09-13-2011, 07:47 AM
#49
on a side note, i miss my ole VE sometimes...
09-13-2011, 03:23 PM
#52
To clean mine I honestly just use a damp terry/microfiber cloth. Use hot water and ring it out often. If there is a tough spot I have used a scotchbrite pad or a little spray bottle with degreaser in it.
It just takes time, patience and a lot of elbow grease!
It just takes time, patience and a lot of elbow grease!
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09-14-2011, 04:22 AM
#60
09-14-2011, 06:51 AM
#63
Beautiful, Zero! The gloss black engine cover is a great match for the color theme. Did you paint or powdercoat the FSTB? I love the red FSTB.
The yellow caps, not so much. You can replace those with black OEM from the Murano. Pretty sure you know that.
The yellow caps, not so much. You can replace those with black OEM from the Murano. Pretty sure you know that.
09-14-2011, 07:33 AM
#65
Thanks, Rochester. The FSTB is an original Custom Maxima FSTB, but the paint is flaking off. I will have it repainted or powdercoated soon. The caps will be plastidipped, as we have done it to Samuel1021's car and they came out perfect.
09-14-2011, 07:47 AM
#66
Plastidip the originals... good idea. When I replaced mine, I wasn't aware of that magic paint. If I were, I probably would have tried that first, instead of buying new ones. Although OEM black is pretty much spot-on perfect.
As to the FSTB... definitely find yourself a local shop that will sandblast and powdercoat. It's much better than basic paint, and much more durable. Keep the brackets gloss-black or gun-metal, but do up the bar in deep gloss red. I like the red look in your engine bay. Say, weren't you going to replace your front water pipes with new, powdercoated ones? I seem to remember something about that.
Custom Maxima... ew-w-w.
But it is just a strut bar, after all.
As to the FSTB... definitely find yourself a local shop that will sandblast and powdercoat. It's much better than basic paint, and much more durable. Keep the brackets gloss-black or gun-metal, but do up the bar in deep gloss red. I like the red look in your engine bay. Say, weren't you going to replace your front water pipes with new, powdercoated ones? I seem to remember something about that.
Custom Maxima... ew-w-w.
But it is just a strut bar, after all.
Last edited by Rochester; 09-14-2011 at 07:50 AM.
09-15-2011, 07:31 AM
#68
Plastidip the originals... good idea. When I replaced mine, I wasn't aware of that magic paint. If I were, I probably would have tried that first, instead of buying new ones. Although OEM black is pretty much spot-on perfect.
As to the FSTB... definitely find yourself a local shop that will sandblast and powdercoat. It's much better than basic paint, and much more durable. Keep the brackets gloss-black or gun-metal, but do up the bar in deep gloss red. I like the red look in your engine bay. Say, weren't you going to replace your front water pipes with new, powdercoated ones? I seem to remember something about that.
Custom Maxima... ew-w-w. But it is just a strut bar, after all.
As to the FSTB... definitely find yourself a local shop that will sandblast and powdercoat. It's much better than basic paint, and much more durable. Keep the brackets gloss-black or gun-metal, but do up the bar in deep gloss red. I like the red look in your engine bay. Say, weren't you going to replace your front water pipes with new, powdercoated ones? I seem to remember something about that.
Custom Maxima... ew-w-w.
But it is just a strut bar, after all.
The strut bar and ends will be going to the shop soon. I did find a local shop to do them for me. The FSTB is CustomMaxima, but the original one, not the gimmick repurchased version we have today. I bought that back in 2006. The water pipes will be purchased and thrown to the powdercoater as well. Thanks for the reminder... too many little projects, not enough mental capacity.
09-15-2011, 08:00 AM
#72
Seriously.
You really didn't think that through.Where's your engine bay photo, phatboi? I think it's put-up or shut-up time for you, son.
09-15-2011, 08:06 AM
#74
09-15-2011, 08:10 AM
#75
LULZ i have a few 'mods' but its overall clean, not super clean as after a fresh bay cleaning, but it is what it is
Wrinkle Black VC
AE Engine Cover (My car is an SE)
FSTB
Coilovers, if thats considered a bay mod
Wrinkle Black VC
AE Engine Cover (My car is an SE)
FSTB
Coilovers, if thats considered a bay mod
09-15-2011, 10:37 AM
#76
09-15-2011, 10:41 AM
#77
But nice try.
09-15-2011, 04:28 PM
#80
I used to be paranoid about using a hose on my engine but its not a big deal anymore. I degrease in the summer on a hot day. I drive the car to the diy car wash place so by the time I get there its hot anyway. Then I cover the air filter with a plastic bag and some rubber bands, spray down the engine with water making sure to not directly spray the coil packs and the alternator. Then I spray degreaser on the block and the heads but not too close to the coils and then after it sits a minute or so spray it down with water again. Then I let it sit for like 10 minutes and take a rag and wipe the areas around the coils dry. I also usually wipe down any areas that might need more attention. Then take the bag off the air filter and start it up and let it idle another 10 minutes, usually everything will be nice and dry from the hot engine.