Duct tape at its finest
02-29-2012, 04:19 AM
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Duct tape at its finest
i wanted to brighten up my engine bay so when i pop the hood i am a little more proud. i was in wally world and came across the duct tape section and saw at least 6 different colors and patterns. the bright pink zebra pattern stood out the most so i grabbed the 4$ roll of tape and ran home. if anybody else has already made a thread like this i apologize.
i'll post a pic of it in a bit
02-29-2012, 09:13 AM
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02-29-2012, 09:16 AM
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Das no bueno.
I think it makes the dirt and grime more noticeable. You gotta clean that bay big time.
I think it makes the dirt and grime more noticeable. You gotta clean that bay big time.
02-29-2012, 09:56 AM
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What's a good general purpose degreaser for the bay sides, UIM Timing Chain cover etc.? I heard once that brake cleaner can be used? but that seems harsh for some of the more delicate rubber parts.
02-29-2012, 10:04 AM
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Any engine degreaser that could be bought at an auto parts store would be fine.
02-29-2012, 10:11 AM
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02-29-2012, 10:12 AM
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not a bad idea, looks good just like everyone has mentioned bay needs some cleaning
thats the first thing that popped into my head is how long would the glue hold up for.
thats the first thing that popped into my head is how long would the glue hold up for.
02-29-2012, 10:27 AM
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within the next few days i will get on cleaning the bay up then post some fresh pictures. i know its dirty but i was just trying to show what a 4$ roll of duct tape can do to a boring looking motor. The glue is on my mind as well, not the strut bar and intake but the coil pack cover.
02-29-2012, 10:29 AM
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Whatever you use, make sure you don't wet the alternator. They don't like water in them for some reason
. Seriously though, cover it up. I wouldn't direct water on the battery either. Everything else should be fair game.
Get a small brush to get to all the tight spots.
Rinse the bad with engine off and cool.
Apply degreaser. Let soak for 5-10 minutes.
Apply some more degreaser and hit it up with the brush.
Rinse thoroughly.
Repeat if needed.
02-29-2012, 11:00 AM
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02-29-2012, 11:11 AM
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i wanted to brighten up my engine bay so when i pop the hood i am a little more proud. i was in wally world and came across the duct tape section and saw at least 6 different colors and patterns. the bright pink zebra pattern stood out the most so i grabbed the 4$ roll of tape and ran home. if anybody else has already made a thread like this i apologize.
But f**k I thought my engine bay was bad.
03-01-2012, 06:11 AM
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also, not picking on the noobs. There are countless threads getting posted in the wrong sections, for the last few days, a few others and myself have been trying to let the noobs know that they are putting threads in the wrong places
03-01-2012, 06:42 AM
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i actually havent left it in the engine. its currently in my back seat waiting to get finished. i dont think i'll be putting it on tho bcus of the whole goo thingy. i think im just gonna let it sit in my trunk and only put it on when i want to show my engine off
03-01-2012, 07:18 AM
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