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      02-11-2009, 02:18 PM   #1
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clean engine bay area!!

so the other day i was tryin to install the matte black grilles..i pop the hood open..and DAAAAAAAM it was dirty



what can i use to clean it or where can i take it so they can clean it
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      02-11-2009, 03:11 PM   #2
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I would like to get info on how to do this as well.
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      02-11-2009, 03:47 PM   #3
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some good info in this post...

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=engine
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      02-11-2009, 04:02 PM   #4
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some all purpose cleaner, meguiar's, p21s taw, CG grime reaper... something like that
a brush
and a hose that preferably rinses in a stream to contain overspray
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      02-11-2009, 06:56 PM   #5
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Mix Simple Green 10 to 1 with water in a spray bottle and go to town. Let it sit for a few minutes before spraying down.
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      02-11-2009, 09:10 PM   #6
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thanks for the info guys

now where can i find these products..at local auto store or do i order it online
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      02-12-2009, 11:48 AM   #7
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Simple green is at any general store. Most of the others you will need to et online. Check out some of E90's sponsors.
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