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32valvZ · 11-20-2018

ICE works very well also

Crusin · 11-22-2018

Thanks for info on cleaning LT 5 engine.

SitkaSam · 09-08-2019

I had a detailer clean my LT5 engine compartment. Somehow he managed to dis-color the engine.
Could I use the toothpaste method-to restore the color?
I would appreciate help from someone that had similar experiences.

lfalzarano · 09-09-2019

The detailer probably used a carnauba wax after polishing it. Real wax doesn’t like extreme heat.

I would use deep crystal paint cleaner to remove the wax or other contaminants from all the painted surfaces. Then apply a good polish product. I would not even use an artificial or carnauba wax over it. Just leave the polish. Depending on how often you clean the car, a microfiber toweling (slightly damp) of the engine will remove any road dust and a final toweling with a dry microfiber towel will brighten the engine finish.

After cleaning your wheels just apply the polish to The shiny surfaces for s high gloss also.

My Z gets 2-3K miles per year. I polish it maybe once a year unless I’m going to an event where people want to view the engine.

Just my opinion of what went wrong and how I would address it.

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SitkaSam · 09-09-2019

Actually he used Griot's Engine Bay Dressing, and the mist or overspray got on the engine.
It discolored before the engine started.
Anyone have any ideas on this issue?

lfalzarano · 09-09-2019

Engine Bay dressing is for the hard surfaces in the engine compartment and not to dress up the engine.

This dressing is a surface enhancer and protectant for all materials and finishes inside your engine compartment. Adds satin finish to clean engine bay materials for factory look. Doesn't attract dust, making it easier to clean next time. Not for the engine...

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SitkaSam · 09-09-2019

I stated that the over sprat or mist got on the engine, he did not apply directly on engine
Will the Arm & Hammer tooth paste work on this?

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DRM500RUBYZR-1 · 09-10-2019

Let's not go nuclear immediately.

Try the Meguiars Nex Tech and see if that does it.

Toothpaste is an abrasive, although mild, it will still remove material.

Overspray may have deposited on there as opposed to damaging the finish.

Let's start there, and if it works; Great!
If not, lets go with the least abrasive polish and only go as strong as needed.

Marty

lfalzarano · 09-10-2019

I agree with Marty of using the Mequiars NexTech as a final step. I use it on my Z’s exterior, because it doesn’t yellow like carnauba wax. If you can find it, Mequiars Deep Crystal Paint Cleaner, then Mequiars Deep Crystal Polish. I’ve seen them on Amazon and some auto parts stores.

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SitkaSam · 09-11-2019

Thank you Marty and Lou....Will try Nex Tech and let you know if it works for me.

11-20-2018	#11
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11-22-2018	#12
Crusin Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 69	Re: Engine Polish Thanks for info on cleaning LT 5 engine.

09-09-2019	#14
lfalzarano Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Clayton, North Carolina Posts: 1,133	Re: Engine Polish The detailer probably used a carnauba wax after polishing it. Real wax doesn’t like extreme heat. I would use deep crystal paint cleaner to remove the wax or other contaminants from all the painted surfaces. Then apply a good polish product. I would not even use an artificial or carnauba wax over it. Just leave the polish. Depending on how often you clean the car, a microfiber toweling (slightly damp) of the engine will remove any road dust and a final toweling with a dry microfiber towel will brighten the engine finish. After cleaning your wheels just apply the polish to The shiny surfaces for s high gloss also. My Z gets 2-3K miles per year. I polish it maybe once a year unless I’m going to an event where people want to view the engine. Just my opinion of what went wrong and how I would address it. Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Lou[COLOR="Red"][B][SIZE="4"][/SIZE][/B][/COLOR]

09-09-2019	#15
SitkaSam Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Lake City, MN Posts: 56	Re: Engine Polish Actually he used Griot's Engine Bay Dressing, and the mist or overspray got on the engine. It discolored before the engine started. Anyone have any ideas on this issue? __________________ 1990 ZR-1 1993 ZR-1 2011 ZR-1 1958 Corvette 1947 Cadillac Denali XL Conversion~ Duramax/Allison

09-09-2019	#16
lfalzarano Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Clayton, North Carolina Posts: 1,133	Re: Engine Polish Engine Bay dressing is for the hard surfaces in the engine compartment and not to dress up the engine. This dressing is a surface enhancer and protectant for all materials and finishes inside your engine compartment. Adds satin finish to clean engine bay materials for factory look. Doesn't attract dust, making it easier to clean next time. Not for the engine... Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Lou[COLOR="Red"][B][SIZE="4"][/SIZE][/B][/COLOR]

09-09-2019	#17
SitkaSam Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Lake City, MN Posts: 56	Re: Engine Polish I stated that the over sprat or mist got on the engine, he did not apply directly on engine Will the Arm & Hammer tooth paste work on this? Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ 1990 ZR-1 1993 ZR-1 2011 ZR-1 1958 Corvette 1947 Cadillac Denali XL Conversion~ Duramax/Allison

09-10-2019	#18
DRM500RUBYZR-1 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mullica Hill, New Jersey Posts: 2,593	Re: Engine Polish Let's not go nuclear immediately. Try the Meguiars Nex Tech and see if that does it. Toothpaste is an abrasive, although mild, it will still remove material. Overspray may have deposited on there as opposed to damaging the finish. Let's start there, and if it works; Great! If not, lets go with the least abrasive polish and only go as strong as needed. Marty

09-10-2019	#19
lfalzarano Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Clayton, North Carolina Posts: 1,133	Engine Polish I agree with Marty of using the Mequiars NexTech as a final step. I use it on my Z’s exterior, because it doesn’t yellow like carnauba wax. If you can find it, Mequiars Deep Crystal Paint Cleaner, then Mequiars Deep Crystal Polish. I’ve seen them on Amazon and some auto parts stores. Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Lou[COLOR="Red"][B][SIZE="4"][/SIZE][/B][/COLOR] Last edited by lfalzarano; 09-10-2019 at 11:07 AM.

09-11-2019	#20
SitkaSam Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Lake City, MN Posts: 56	Re: Engine Polish Thank you Marty and Lou....Will try Nex Tech and let you know if it works for me. __________________ 1990 ZR-1 1993 ZR-1 2011 ZR-1 1958 Corvette 1947 Cadillac Denali XL Conversion~ Duramax/Allison