Easy Engine Bay Detailing! How to clean your DIRTY engine with just 2 products

[@thelostcause7983]

"Everything in detailing is better when it's cool," me detailing my car wearing a leather jacket and my sunglasses thinking everyone is looking at me like I'm the man.

[@diydetailofficial]

That only works if you wear a white T Shirt and jeans.

[@rmachetti9717]

I wasn't sure I would use rhe Quick Beads until I used it on my engine bay, then i foamed and cleaned the 4x4 ATVs and used Quick Beads, then I had to use it on the riding lawn tractor after washing it. Im finding new things to use it on all the time now! Thank you, DIY you ROCK!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@arrozconmgtow5026]

It's a sickness...but if the option is not using fun chems, I'd rather be ill!

[@jonwinship9099]

Nick: welcome to the world of clean engine bays.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@jeffb7750]

100K Subscribers as of right now! Congratulations DIY Detail!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@ssturbosmart]

I’m used to do engine detail, but I’ve still learned new things in this video!👍

[@diydetailofficial]

Good to hear!

[@josephdefreitas56]

Fantastic job. Looks immaculate. And yep I use my pressure washer just like that on both my customers cars as well as my own personal 2008 Mitsubishi Evo X FQ 360 with no issues

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks 👍

[@ColeTeeter]

I cleaned my engine bay based on your previous video. No issues after. I did cover my aftermarket air intake with a bag and washed that separate, based on the manufacturer guidelines. I'll have to use QuickBeads next time.

[@diydetailofficial]

Cool

[@alkanaalkena3918]

Cleaning a Jeep engine bay is fun, it’s more water resistant than any normal car. It’s an offroad vehicle. Maybe do some hybrid or electric cars next time? I also recommend to film the engine bay & the dash before cleaning to look for any check engine light etc. It’s just a precaution to see if there is any damage/error before the cleaning process. I got a friend who blamed for a check engine light thats already been there before cleaning, but sadly he has no proof of it.

[@diydetailofficial]

Good suggestion

[@blackbirdmobiledetailing2411]

I believe most used car dealerships just spray a lot of plastic shine and/or tire shine all over the engine to make it look "shiny".

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@Airpaycheck]

I use DI filtered water to clean and rinse the engine bay. I’ve read that electrical issues are caused by the minerals in water being conductive, not the water itself. Whether or not that’s true, I don’t know. But it works for me. And I don’t get water spots if I miss anything in the drying process. I like the idea of using Quick Beads in the rinse. I’ll have to try that. And I love the Master Blaster. The Sidekick works great as well 👍 My mechanic appreciates the clean engine bay when he gets in there too!

[@diydetailofficial]

Great suggestion

[@wonskrad7240]

good point right there from Ivan; that Jeep was designed for rugged adventures so a bit of water should not hurt it; as long as you dry it as fast as you can - i suppose; i dont have a rugged/well-built SUV heheh. i only have an 8 year old toyota MPV so im still going to cover alternator and battery; and i am itching to test this, but that time will come when i have enough emergency fund just in case :D this is still a Gold Content, right here. thanks so much!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@JeanPhilippeStPierre]

Another fantastic video! It's both clearly explained and beautifully shot. Wishing your channel continued success-you're truly inspiring! Bravo!

[@diydetailofficial]

@@JeanPhilippeStPierre Thank you.

[@muhammadsuleman2903]

Hello Ivan and Nick, Can you guys please make a video of cleaning engine bay for electric cars like Nissan Leaf or similar with reduction motor on the front? Really appreciate it!

[@diydetailofficial]

Great suggestion!

[@Spirited282]

I agree and would love, i have a Rav 4 Hybrid and hand wash my engine bay as lots of electrical under the hood

[@BakouMOH]

I was thinking the same thing. I have an egolf that has no motor cover and the engine (motor) compartment is nasty. Not sure if it is safe to touch the orange wires. I know it's not after an accident, but not so sure about cleaning. For sure, that thing must get wet with rain...

[@thebeddoctor4273]

What pad do you use on the Milwaukee cordless rotary? It comes with a 7 in backing plate and I can't seem to find a smaller option but none of your pads are 7 inch and I know I've seen you using this tool in a video. Thank you for the advice

[@diydetailofficial]

You can purchase backing plates from 1 to 8 inches

[@BornDownFire]

What would be the best method to go about cleaning old oil leak run off on the side and underside of the engine without access to ramps/a hoist? The vehicle I recently purchased had an oil leak that has left alot of residual muck that I would like to clean off.

[@diydetailofficial]

Foam on DIY Detail All Clean from all angles, brush, pressure wash.

[@HeavenlyDetailz]

Going to be yet another good info laden video!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Hope so!

[@Greatgadgetsgear]

Some alternators are expensive I error on the side of caution and cover alternator and the ecu.

[@diydetailofficial]

Nothing wrong with that

[@LenovoLinux]

Can I use this method to clean the 2024 honda hr-v lx-b awd car? Thank you.

[@diydetailofficial]

As long as it’s not an electric or hybrid, yes

[@stephensapp7233]

What about after market engine add-ons, Is there certain add-ons that might need or require a bog to reduce or limit the amount of water coming into contact with it?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, aftermarket intakes

[@PK3594]

Hi, quick question, do you disconnect wires from the battery in the start? or we don't need to

[@diydetailofficial]

No need

[@jcenglish8431]

17.45 could you use DIY tyre dressing or ceramic gloss on your engine plastics I don’t have your quick beads.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@junjielim7775]

Hi guys! Since you guys mentioned how well All Clean works when foamed, any chance in the future can a foaming sprayer head come with the 16oz bottles?

[@diydetailofficial]

Those don’t really work very well

[@geddycostello8439]

Hello. Ok I turned down a detailing job for a motorcycle because I have a 5 inch DA and I was concerned that I wouldn't be able to access all the areas to polish. Is It possible with a 5 inch DA With your Gold pad? Thanks.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@Confused20000]

Which foam cannon are you guys using?

[@diydetailofficial]

Mjjc

[@The_CR_Phil]

My 1998 Toyota Corolla now has DIY Detail ceramic coating on both exterior and interior! I'm ready to detail engine bay with All Clean and Incredible Suds. Do I need to cover alternator and battery on this 26-year-old car?

[@diydetailofficial]

It would be a good idea

[@Reaper-Jim]

People are going to say “the pressure washer did the majority of the work”. They’re not wrong. However, the addition of chemicals (and agitation) helps to loosen stubborn dirt from the cracks and crevices. I’m totally on board with this method except for the foaming steps. I don’t foam anything, I just don’t believe in it. But that’s me, that’s my process. Soap, alone, cleans engine bays like 99% and like 99% of the time. I mean, that is, if there’s no engine, brake or transmission leaks. I seriously doubt DiY All Clean would be able to handle any kind of built up gunk … maybe I’m wrong? I don’t know for sure, I don’t have it … yet. But I HAVE used DiY Rinseless on dozens of vehicle engine bays and it works excellent. I think a lot of people overuse harsh cleaners unnecessarily. I’m one of those guys who tries to keep it simple. If it’s not needed, then why do it? 👆🏼I’m not saying All Clean is garbage, it most certainly has its place. I’m saying why use it if I don’t have to. 😊😊😊

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

All clean is serious stuff. It cuts through grease and oil better than most dedicated degreasers. I use it on farm machinery.

[@diydetailofficial]

You will need to try DIY Detail All Clean . Foaming has its place, especially with all purpose cleaners. Every time a bubble bursts it adds fresh cleaner to the surface.

[@Reaper-Jim]

@@diydetailofficialFair enough. At this moment in time, I have entirely too many APCs and degreasers. I have no need for another. I’m sure, eventually, I’ll pick some up. As for “foaming”, nobody is going to change my pov on it. I have never needed foam for anything detail oriented. Not once. But, like I said, it’s my process. 👍🏼

[@bluegrasskid4835]

While spraying the Quick Beads around the engine bay, I would assume some Quick Beads most likely splashed on the exterior paint. Would a quick follow up wash with Incredible Suds or Rinseless of the paint get the Quick Beads off so a coating would cross link properly or polishing the paint be recommended to insure proper cross linking?

[@diydetailofficial]

Polishing is recommended

[@conan111169]

I have a 2022 v6 tacoma. I see the alternator is open. This method looks like it will fry it. Cant soak with PRE C and foaming. Just got my first product from you guys and have some doubts when i see this method.

[@diydetailofficial]

When it rains, your alternator gets wet.

[@NeilDetails]

I had some remaining gtechniq trim coat. Coated all the plastics in my legacys engine bay

[@diydetailofficial]

Good

[@NeilDetails]

@diydetailofficial whenever it's time to re coat trim what would the Process be?

[@Zoranurai13]

What about a phev engine with a lot of electric components? Is it any different?

[@diydetailofficial]

Refer to the manufacturers recommendations.

[@red-moto]

Would you feel comfortable doing this method in a hybrid engine bay? F150 Powerboost.

[@diydetailofficial]

Check the owners manual

[@TTUVBALL]

What are the gloves you guys are using. Are they reusable vs using the standard one use gloves?

[@diydetailofficial]

Single use, amzn.to/3WrefBu

[@MNpicker]

A clean engine isa very happy engine 👍🏻

[@diydetailofficial]

It sure is!

[@rmachetti9717]

If I have to take an auto in for service I always have it washed up and engine bay clean too. I feel that they will do a better job knowing I take care of it.

[@MNpicker]

@rmachetti9717 oh yessss... if you care..they care👍🏻

[@originalguy4535]

Ok in which order to wash/clean first? Underbody or Engine bay or wheels?

[@diydetailofficial]

Engine first

[@originalguy4535]

@@diydetailofficial engine first reason? And 2nd 3rd?

[@diydetailofficial]

Engine first because you get the rest of the front wet, then underneath

[@bluegrasskid4835]

If someone ever brings a classic 1960's car into the DIY Detail shop, along with and exterior detail, could you show how to safely detail engines of old classics?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@barrybinning3849]

Could you put ceramic gloss after quick beeds?? Or a stack of some sort?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@metalpolishshop]

Been a mechanic since 1989. We have always pressure washed under the hood.... even in the carburetor/ distributer days. No one covered the distributer and didn't think twice about the alternator. I have had one 1 issue on the restart after the wash (in 30 plus years) and that was due to the coil pack on a VW was cracked. So it needed changed anyway because it was damaged. Why oh why are people worried about water in an engine bay????? Guess they don't drive on raining days

[@diydetailofficial]

They are afraid because of the odd horror story.

[@jurre9892]

YES!! Haven't touched one yet because I don't dare to. As I know nothing about mechanics. And other videos seem to have contradicting information. Your 'least agressive method first-approach' gives me the reassurance that I'll try whatever you have to say in this video. Have to watch it a bit later, but looking forward to it!

[@CodeMonkeX]

Yeah I have watched videos where they are pressure washing everything from every angle, others where they say it will kill the engine, many in between. I personally have just been rubbing the engine bay down every couple of washes to try and make it so I don't have to wash it.

[@diydetailofficial]

In newer vehicles, there’s much less risk

[@GavinHughes-ip5by]

how much does it cost to become a c6 installer? never got to ask that on the live q&a

[@diydetailofficial]

No cost

[@tommycohoon4771]

Can you keep the all clean in the foam cannon for long periods of time?

[@diydetailofficial]

Best not too keep any chemical in it.

[@rodandow1971]

I cleaned my engine and applied Koch-Chemie Motorplast. Would it benefit from a layer of Quick Beads?

[@diydetailofficial]

Once the mororplast has been removed.

[@ryanbehrmann3453]

What about hybrid engines anything different for cleaning engine bays?

[@diydetailofficial]

Please consult your dealership

[@TGR972]

I use a sprayer to spread my soap and with a brush I agitate the soap evenly section by section and I use a wet microfiber towel to remove the soap and I rinse the towel in a water bucket. Step by step. Like so I don't use a ton of water to clean my engine bay and it's much safer for the components and electronics.

[@diydetailofficial]

Excellent

[@TheJimcarrot]

Still nervous to detail the engine bay on my 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid. Vehicle is still quite new so I haven't needed to pop the hood yet, though I'm worried about the high voltage connections in the engine bay. Are there any extra precautions to take with hybrids/electric vehicles? Or should I stay away entirely?

[@privacyrules]

If it's not so dirty, just use a dampened rag to wipe down the surfaces. That's basically what I do with my engine. Gave it one thorough cleaning a year or so ago and just maintain it by regularly wiping it down.

[@TheJimcarrot]

@@privacyrules Thank you

[@rayvalero8580]

While still new I suggest using a quick detailer and spray the engine bay and wipe with a microfiber towel. It’ll prevent it from getting this bad so you won’t have to hose it down. I do mine once a month. Maintenance is key.

[@diydetailofficial]

Follow the manufacturers instructions

[@philcrowe1115]

Is all your products safe with old school chrome?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@DetailsNMe]

Good morning!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Morning!

[@natesales5880]

Most of the new car have a small wand with a slash through it saying not to pressure wash this part of your engine. I clean that spot first then cover it with a bag. over that spot.

[@diydetailofficial]

Good

[@barrybinning3849]

Also could i use my shop vac to blow off dry

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@The_CR_Phil]

How would you recommend a person do this with the same chemicals but no foam sprayer?

[@diydetailofficial]

Simply spray on.

[@seancurtisministries]

Can you clean a 07 CLS550 engine bay like this?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@seancurtisministries]

@@diydetailofficial Thank you, I just subscribed to your channel and I really appreciate you guys for taking the time to share your experience with guys like me. I have one more request, is there anyway you could explain the right way to use a micro fiber towel and the wrong way of using one? I don’t know how to properly use a microfiber towel. Besides the proper way of using it could you also explain the different types of microfiber towels and what applications they should be used for? I wash my microfiber towels in a microfiber only soap but I don’t think im using them correctly. In fact I know im not using them right which means im not getting the most out of the towel or the products I use. Shalom and thank you.

[@kendavis1198]

Hey Guy's, If ya don't have Quick Beads..... Are you just as well off using a Product Like it, Like From Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic, P&S BEADMAKER, Griots Garage Ceramic 3in1??? Will they work as well??

[@diydetailofficial]

They should

[@algiordano9214]

Nice job men....

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks!

[@beeslandscaping]

😮nice

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@pjfan173]

Do you have Hot/Cold water coming through your pressure water system?

[@diydetailofficial]

Cold

[@pjfan173]

@@diydetailofficial I’m building a garage/shop right now. Would you suggest having hot water bought to the wall mounted pressure water system?

[@diydetailofficial]

Most pressure washers are not made to use hot water.

[@pjfan173]

@@diydetailofficial I honestly didn’t know that.

[@dauntlessracing4]

I personally wouldnt use a hose, the hose puts out A LOT more water than the pressure washer which introduces air into the mixture. Hose seems more dangerous to me. Thoughts?

[@diydetailofficial]

They both work

[@themikeroberts]

The amount of water seems less important than the pressure if you're trying to keep water out of places it shouldn't be

[@super8mate]

Well worth removing the main engine cover to clean it, dry it, protect it more easily and better access to other parts

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@davidboyce6427]

Yvan if the engine cover is a FELT like material wouldn’t wetting it, foam or spray disrupt the adhesive glue and eventually lead to a SAGGING engine cover? I’m sure I’m not the only one thinking this 🤔👀

[@diydetailofficial]

It’s designed to get wet. Water isn’t an issue, pressure washer too close is

[@larryz24]

The title says 2 products, but I counted 4, just sayin' A great video, thanks guys.

[@diydetailofficial]

My bad

[@bluegrasskid4835]

Maybe the title should have said two chemicals.

[@jcenglish8431]

You answered my question at the end of the video 😂

[@diydetailofficial]

Nice

[@metrock_409]

Can i use rinseless to preform this cleaning task

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@metrock_409]

@@diydetailofficial thx so much. Is there gonna be sir freshers in the near future

[@ChevroletCorvetteC8.r]

What was the music at 19:41

[@diydetailofficial]

The track is called "Ragtime" by peerless, we use music from Epidemic Sound

[@ChevroletCorvetteC8.r]

@@diydetailofficial Thanks!

[@pjfan173]

Do you have hot/cold water coming through your pressure washer?

[@thelostcause7983]

​@pjfan173 you should put this as a standalone comment instead of a reply

[@pjfan173]

@@thelostcause7983 thanks for catching this.

[@Radial-racer]

Before I even watch, all clean and tire dressing

[@diydetailofficial]

1/2 correct

[@rosmarin2438]

Dealers don’t pay enough to get that involved

[@diydetailofficial]

Some do

[@alejandromarino5169]

Can't wait!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

Cool, too bad that one camera wasn’t adjusted properly though.

[@diydetailofficial]

Sorry, yes but we only have one chance to record this

[@scottknox8817]

31/10/2024 so can all cars engines be done even European cars UK based 2021 Skoda KamiQ

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, all combustion engined cars

[@TraconWizard]

I'm to afraid to do this. Buying a used vehicle I'd rather the engine wasn't detailed. I want to look for oil leaks.

[@privacyrules]

do it after you've looked for them

[@diydetailofficial]

A clean engine will allow you to find leaks

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Ready for it

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@Mike-ny5fm]

So really, we don't clean it to improve anything other than looks correct?

[@diydetailofficial]

If you have a leak, a clean engine bay will assist a mechanic in finding the source

[@dannyrexknight]

That's a fair bit of foam and water in the intake...

[@diydetailofficial]

There is a drain hole before it gets to the filter housing

[@Carkus11]

You should ship to Mexico :(

[@diydetailofficial]

We have a distributor starting soon

[@Carkus11]

@@diydetailofficial awesome! Please keep us posted!

[@blackbirdmobiledetailing2411]

Why didn't you take the cover off the engine?

[@diydetailofficial]

Would have made the video too long

[@77rommel]

That engine cover pops right off and is always dirty underneath.

[@diydetailofficial]

True

[@ryizenpowerz]

I wish I had the balls to do this 😂 😭

[@diydetailofficial]

Try it, you’ll be surprised how simple it is.

[@ryizenpowerz]

@ i’m always just scared of water getting into something it’s not supposed to but, will try it and be smart about it!

[@tdz69]

Jesus. COVER the air intake. What a nightmare waiting to happen. At best you’ll have to replace the air filter. Not sure why they didn’t cover this.

[@diydetailofficial]

The Jeep is okay, it’s designed for being wet.

[@Jimmer-Space88]

Cleaning your engine bay is like cleaning out your colon, I’ll let your subscribers figure out how that comparison works.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@curse6of6me6]

A dusty engine you mean.

[@diydetailofficial]

Both

[@dblanchfield]

Do NOT show this video to Scotty Kilmer!!

[@diydetailofficial]

lol

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

Most mechanics prefer a clean engine

[@bluegrasskid4835]

I don't know why Scotty Kilmer goes so crazy over detailing engines. I said in the comments of a video of his that I would bet most dealerships detail a dozen or more car engines a week. If they were ruining engines, they would have gone broke by now. He said I was clueless and should take the advice of mechanics. I then replied that dealerships employ numerous mechanics in their service areas, if those mechanics believed detailing engines was risky, I would assume they would have said something to the general manager. My comments were then deleted. He doesn't seem to enjoy counterpoints to his assertions.

[@lisaogembo473]

​@@havingtoomuchfun4806 not scotty! With him , no cleaning the engine, no beauty covers and no buying anything that is not a toyota.

[@super8mate]

@@lisaogembo473if everyone listened to Scotty, used Toyotas would cost $100k, new ones $40k and all other brands out of business. Supply and demand.

[@Thankyou_3]

This video is disastrous!!!! Never ever do this people. It will screw up all kinds of electronics and rust will develop on all your contacts and connectors. Goodbye alternator…

[@diydetailofficial]

It’s not disastrous in any way. You do realize that when driving in the rain your engine gets soaked.

[@Thankyou_3]

@@diydetailofficialthat explains why Jeep have so many reliability issues, if the engine bay gets soaked like in this video then goodbye electronics. Logic tells us that alternator have vents to cool the internal components, you put water inside those vents, the regulator will go out first then the coils will start rusting then goodbye alternator. Especially todays cars are full of connectors….time bomb waiting to explode with rust…

[@RandallDelling]

What about my lucky dirt? I need to keep my lucky dirt.

[@diydetailofficial]

Take a picture of it.