Is Scrubbing Bubbles The BEST Engine Cleaner? Let's TEST It On My Ford EXP

[@chuckacker3521]

this guy sure knows how to make a short story long

[@benfield4731]

This was my first car! White with tan interior and a manual transmission bought in 89. Hearing the sound of the starter brings back lots of memories from high school and college. Its been fun watching what your doing with it. These cars were easy to forget about since they were lacking power. Mine always sounded like it had gravel in the engine when I really got into it and tried to red line it. Keep going with it!

[@curiousgeorge986]

My father's been working on cars since the early 70s and one thing he taught me that he grew up doing working on cars is that you can use gasoline to clean up the engine bay, basically anything that has gunked up grease/oil. Use a parts brush, something abrasive and it'll have it brand spanking new

[@potatochobit]

A friend came over my house while I was away once and wanted to be nice and cleaned my bathtub with scrubbing bubbles. the next day, all the caulking and sealant had been eaten away and I had to reseal the entire bathtub. I dont know what it is, but on some silicones and rubber scrubbing bubbles can be very dangerous, I would not ever use that clean a car engine.

[@moplum]

WatchJRgo: Word of caution. The rubber seal located on the top lip of the firewall that tightly seals all along the top of the firewall against the hood is a very overlooked safety hazzard. This seal keeps carbon monoxide out of the air box intake for the passenger cabin of the car (fresh air/air conditioning/ heater). I noticed the seal on your car in this video is in very bad shape. On older cars with possible exhaust leaks in the engine bay this seal is crucial. It keeps out the old burned oily smells too. Many people who get head aches, or feel nauseous, and achy in old cars is caused from this seal not being in good condition. I though you may want to know this safety tip.

[@db9245]

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[@stg2lgcy00]

I haven't found anything else better than scrubbing bubbles. Used it on 3 of my cars with zero issues.

[@OldCarAlley]

I am impressed, the scrubbing bubbles worked good. It detailed up nice. Never tried a air hose to spread stuff like that either... but I will on the next detail job I do. I am so glad you saved that cool old EXP. I can't remember the last time I have seen one on the road! I use to work on them when they were new cars, at the Ford dealer I worked at, back in the day.

[@mannythomas5582]

Scrubbing bubbles works on my headlights. It took off the oxidization and cleared up the headlights so works well.

[@williamsinger4124]

Seeing you put so much effort into this car, makes me miss my old 90 escort gt. I took good care of it bc it was in great condition and actually was a pretty reliable car

[@ThriftStoreHacker]

Its not how clean you can get the engine, its if it will start after cleaning.

[@JUST_ONE_ID10T]

I've been there they did start but ran very badly on the way home until it dried out. That as a good 20 years ago.

[@stsbanga]

they do all the scrubbing so don't have too- Joe Dirt

[@cnottagejr]

what can i use on the plastic parts to make it look nice and shiny. i clean my engine but now the plastic part looks dry so what can i use to make it shine and look good. i use the meguiars trim restore in the spray can and i didn't like it so what am i doing wrong and what should i use

[@joemontero725]

Use some armor all tire shine. It cleans and shines rubber and plastic

[@jimloucks3111]

Thats an added 5hp from less heat. This EXP is gonna be a cavalier killer soon..

[@dan555smith]

Brakleen works great for cleaning motors. Not the most environmentally friendly, but heavy grease falls off and doesn't leave any residue.

[@The_1982_EXPert]

Looking good! Yeah I've had nothing but problems with PCV valves, these cars just route a tube from the valve cover back into the air box so you could do that or put a little filter over the PCV bung on the valve cover (haven't had issues with those)

[@kellyholbrook7912]

My wife had an exp way back in the day lol. She told me that it wouldn’t spin the tries and I showed her the e-brake trick and dumped the clutch haha. The little held up well. Great video 👍👍

[@davidanthonyverderosa1465]

From someone who used to work for a manufacturer of car wash soaps I would recommend never using any interior shine products they have silicone in them and never ever come off the surface they go on Now this natural shine I’m guessing just uses less silicone but I could not say that is the case might have none

[@JUST_ONE_ID10T]

It won as you can't find them anymore. Most of them ended up at the junk yard as they had all kinds of engine issues with the head gaskets and the heads getting warped.

[@terrylessmann2274]

Scrubbing Bubbles + brush works great on the inner fenders. Makes them look new and really adds to the total cleanliness / detail of a car.

[@combatmedic3347]

The gentleman is just like who you would like to hang out with, and he is the guy you wish would buy the house next to yours.

[@gloffrey4968]

I work at a jail and we use scrubbing bubbles for everything, it literally eats rust off of the steel bars. Eats paint off of the floor. It’s amazing stuff

[@pauljnolan1000]

Kid, it's good to be young. You enjoy every minute. I wish you all the best.

[@upsidedowndog1256]

I don't know if it makes any difference (or is even recommended) but I clean and oil my Weber airfilter like a K&N. I drive a lot of dirt roads and it has been great for over 10 years now

[@mattaboy10]

In the future, I would suggest that you do smaller areas with the SBs and then rinse... DO NOT LET IT DRY. I learned this trick from the owner while taking care (cleaning/waxing) of his P-51 Mustang

[@glenbo2464]

I used "Awesome" cleaner from the dollar store , worked great !

[@snoopy5736]

I love that stuff, I can buy it by the Gallon at KMart

[@roaddog7542]

Awesome products are good stuff. Dollar General sells their own brand ArmorAll. Recommend that too.

[@bendover2150]

@@roaddog7542 same! I leave the engine running so it doesn't die.

[@mrbill6666]

Beast Mode They better as that stuff is toxic. I’d try Super Clean diluted 4-1, before ever using Awesome 1-1.

[@Oneness100]

Is there any chemicals that might eat away at plastic, rubber? Will it provide protectant for rubber, plastic?

[@rantech1907]

I tried LA's Totally Awesome de-greaser recently with great results! You won't be disappointed..cheap too, found at most dollar stores...Worked very well to clean interior cloth seats too!

[@snoopy5736]

I love it, kmart has it by the gallon

[@nochannelhere8799]

Yeh. But will etch aluminum.

[@martindealminana6363]

JR, have you ever tried Purple Power? Available form Walmart, cheap, with available one gallon refills for the sprayer. It's in the automotive section I use it on our boats as it makes the bilge so totally clean. Tty it on your Searay. Spray on, let sit for about a min, pressure wash off, it will blow your mind. Don't get it on your hands as it is a SERIOUS degreaser and will dry your skin out sooo fast. (crack) I find it better than anything, and use it for everything. Sage words from a native KCMO guy, now a Florida guy. NO SNOW!

[@everlasting1832]

On your next cleaning video you should actually record closeup on before and after of what you cleaned so we can compare.

[@rodpasichnyk9140]

Where'd ya buy the light?

[@WatchJRGo]

It's just a cheap ring light off Amazon, I need to keep it out of the shots but you know we work quickly! amzn.to/2GnxV0P

[@williamsantiago7303]

Man, use tire foam and watch that engine compartment SHINE!! Everything plastic and rubber becomes new looking again. Great video buddy. 👍

[@ericeaton371]

personally like" Chemical Guys Silk dressing" as a detailer over meguiers for underhood and interior. it leaves the plastics and rubbers with a natural deep shine. dries with no residue. and car doesnt look like it got slimed on. forgot to mention i use it on the tires as well which makes them look clean and new without the slimey look

[@dlkline27]

I use Oil Eater. It requires no scrubbing unless old, dirty oil or grease is caked on thick. Spray it on, wait a half hour or so and wash off. May require more than one application for caked on grime but it's easier to use and results are great. I think Gunk concentrate mixed with kerosene would work as well or better.

[@TheEddied83]

Ya might wanna try the new Meguires hyper dressing that Oreillys carries. Really shines tires,interiors and engine bays

[@waboom248]

Oh man, I haven't seen of those since about '93. My brother had an '83 EXP. It was navy blue. A lot like an Escort. The EXP was basically the Mustang LX 's little brother. They must be rare at this point.

[@bartismoellis1052]

If you use polishing compound on the underside of the hood you can get rid of most of the discoloring.

[@wolfman571000]

use TIRE FOAM....it makes everything shine and with no scrubbing....cleans a lot better

[@TheWhatYouNeed]

Also helps the new dirt stick to the surface too!!! Lmao 🤣 DO NOT USE TIRE SHINE

[@nononsenseBennett]

Another great NATURAL cleaner is ZEP concentrated orange cleaner. Made from natural citrus oils, it's non-toxic and very powerful. I've been using it for years. It's cheap too, available at HOME DEPOT.

[@bwinms1]

Wouldn't tire foam clean as well and protect hoses too

[@mrbill6666]

I haven’t tried Scrubbing Bubbles, but you can dilute Super Clean down to 4-1 and it doesn’t smell bad either and supposedly less harmful to the environment. And you can use it on fabric interior as well as the engine bay, most wheels and tires.

[@wingedhorsegarage473]

I’m going to the store this afternoon to buy a can of Scrubbing bubbles ! Gonna get my Fiero looking shiny ! I hate that the Fiero didn’t work out for you . I had an ‘83 EXP in the early 90’s, lots of fun in that car !!!

[@Aptnumber9]

Helpful tip: I use a baby bottle brush when cleaning my engine. It can get into small places.

[@code3ron]

I've got a 92 Buick Regal Gran Sport Coupe that I want to clean the engine at a car wash like this but I'm afraid I might damage it. Thoughts?

[@OldTimerGarden]

You may consider Purple Power a harsh de-greaser but it's what I like to clean an engine with.

[@mrbill6666]

Cruise For Life Have you tried Super Clean?

[@eatonbraynz247]

O'Reilly's can get you a product called "Rage". Better than purple power. Bad ass spray on cleaner great on just about anything non fabric. A gallon cost me $18. 74, had more cars, bikes than I can count from classics to Porsche, Jaguars and Mercedes. At my age need all cleaning help I can get! Merry Christmas 😂

[@thriftsndreams6809]

Your watch band matches the steering wheel cover. I love it! xD

[@LarryTheButcher]

What this little car needs is the heart of a Foucs RS!

[@chemxfan]

Me thinks Amberghini is just a wee bit jealous of the EXP. I know the feeling: I had a girlfriend who was jealous of my '68 Buick Electra. I swear I treated them the same - the Buick got spa days, & the GF got regular tuneups, LOL!

[@legendsofcaraudiobradnewso8424]

Plastic bag over the air cleaner would work great too. works great on bikes and quads too.. LOL

[@WatchJRGo]

Speaking of things I just bought 🤭

[@legendsofcaraudiobradnewso8424]

WatchJRGo do tell. Lol

[@midascomment1658]

@@legendsofcaraudiobradnewso8424 yes... when in rome

[@Dragnet2]

Legends Of Car Audio Brad Newsome zip lock bags 👍🏻

[@juanhigareda3810]

My teenage car wash was next door to a Napa just in case

[@FALCORTON]

I was thinking about doing my 1.8t engine bay, do you think i should remove the battery first? I also have a sub wire attached.

[@traviswarehime5796]

Scrubbing bubbles..they do the work so you don’t have to!

[@workingmansrestorations7071]

Looks good. Don't see many cars like that in the northeast anymore

[@thomas4315]

Without the pc valve oil smoke will stay in the valve cover and turn back to oil and leave black gunk on the valve springs.

[@clintonbeason1638]

Nice video bro. that light you use after you're done cleaning it can you please send me a link so I can get one of those super bright lights model number name Brand ? thank you so much Clint

[@lafollettegarage4019]

You should give Trim Shine by Stoner Car Care a try for underneath the hood shine up. It does wonders on plastic and rubber hoses. Its silicone based and isn't greasy like Meguires natural shine. Just spray trim shine on and let it dry.

[@06roadntrack]

Don't forget to spray your wheel wells before the shows

[@Shyzah]

You should do a nation wide cragslist or offerup searches for a Ford EXP Turbo part out. They have a pretty cool factory body kit that would look great on yours.

[@chrismonterola5850]

Even though a million people said it already- bring bags to cover important electrics and air cleaner!!! -. BUT GOOD JOB AS USUAL!!!!!! -

[@betonthis1]

Would he nice nice to show a close up of the after and before.

[@jackjacke4654]

Did it start the next day? : )

[@WatchJRGo]

Oh yeah! The EXP is a champ now, it’s finally sitting inside too 🍻

[@racingfortheson]

Give us an update on how clean it stays after a few weeks

[@charlesforbin6937]

Hey JR you need a spoiler in that bad boy.....

[@ShinyRedGrapple]

Can you hold the camera closer to what you do please... we would rather see a closeup of the work being performed than just a wide shot of the dude doing it...thanks

[@skaggthebassman3474]

Yeah and maybe he could record during the day too...js

[@FaisalKhan-xh4qj]

@@skaggthebassman3474 I think JR has a day job......but maybe not on the weekends???

[@eksine]

Been thinking this too

[@blakechesbro3602]

what is "this' & "it" ? ie product in black spray bottle ...

[@paulkane2391]

JR - Pause, rewind, and ADD AMBERGHINI to the list of people you are thanking. She is invaluable because she supports you in what you're doing (and puts up with all the nonsense). Thanks for the cleaning tips. That stuff works well.

[@HossamElramy3]

Use the tire cleaner that’s built in the car wash nozzle and lightly scrub your engine bay and lightly wash it. Thank me later for a brand new engine bay

[@smullencon186]

Yo what happened to the ford fiero that you got from the trade with the Lincoln towncar

[@eksine]

JR can you try Eagle One's Etching Mag Wheel Cleaner on your engine? It should be a lot more powerful than scrubbing bubbles. Try it on your wheels too, it'll take everything off like magic. It's made by Valvoline but I don't think it says it on the bottle. Wear gloves

[@djsonicc]

what light is that?

[@KindCreature1]

'Amberghini', very cute. Hope she likes the affectionate nickname. Great video too!

[@manuelpedrosantos4030]

very quick but not wel dun!

[@KevinJohnson-fx6wq]

I saw one guy who likes the strongest oven cleaner he can find although he was doing an older restoration at the time and not much of any plastic or electronics. Looks good and thanks for sharing. Gotta do the 'brush' thing to get the heavy, impregnated stuff out as best you can.

[@MrEbug68]

Nothing beats simple green!!!!

[@joshdevdoss9041]

You should give the EXP treatment for your Camaro. Send that one to the Car wizard maybe?

[@AzrockOmegaMan]

Hi. JR I'm new to your channel about a month now. I just have question on your Ford EXP The engine is a 4 cyl I know that, but is it the HSC 2.3 L with a 5 speed? I'm curious what carb and what kind of Hp. you're getting after all your mods. Keep up the entertaining, and fun to watch good work. Have a great one! 😎

[@doughboy1966]

You forgot to mention Amber on the shout out thank you intro. What stand light is that?

[@GrotrianSeiler]

She’s such a good sport JR, you’re a very lucky guy but I know I don’t have to tell you.

[@mtheidt]

what is that magnums youtube channel?

[@WatchJRGo]

He doesn’t have one, works at GForce Performance making go-fast parts 🔥

[@bradpittiful7288]

scrubbing bubbles...ill have to give it a try!...thanks!

[@earlscheib7754]

The money JR saves on doing his own haircuts he spends on cleaning supplies.

[@gsjourney3054]

Literally me I only buy car cleaning and detailing stuff lmao

[@MarksKicksOnRoute66]

His hair is pretty 😂

[@hudsonhawk0016]

Get a food service size Dawn dishwashing liquid and have someone squirt it where you pressure wash. It really cuts grease.

[@Dragnet2]

Use 100% silicone spray.....shines n protects ...keeps your rubber flexible n from cracking....I’ve been using scrubbing bubbles for over 15 yea

[@philipthomas6808]

Wow, you've got an original Ford EXP from 1982, the 1st year of that model! Those cars were rare to begin with... I used to own an 1985 EXP Turbo and those were the fastest and most powerful EXP's Ford offered( 120 HP) , but they could be a maintenance nightmare if you were not careful... I went through 2 timing belts in less than 80,000 miles; the turbo motors just put out too much heat, and was a shame Ford was too cheap to design the car with at least an intercooler or water cooled bearings in the turbo housings, other than that, the car was great on gas mileage ( 35-40 mpg on the highway). Lot's of good times and road trips with my EXP...

[@Archermboi]

I for some reason really like the way that it sounds. To me it sounds different than a Honda.

[@Nautricity]

Try Non Acid Wheel Cleaner, works better than anything iv ever used.

[@Straywolf514]

The engine bay smells lemony fresh!

[@scottfirman]

I remember the first thing I did with my cars was pull the valve cover and paint it . The gaskets always needed replacing anyways. I am currently looking for a conversion van. We had two of them in the past. I want something big and powerful but not a truck. Trucks now days are over priced and pretty beat up and abused. Conversion vans last for ever and sit most of the time. If they do have a lot of miles, its from going on trips.

[@highlonesomerob5053]

Need to learn how to start a carbureted engine properly! If your choke is hooked up correctly, just give it a pump or two and take your foot off the gas pedal. Give her a crank. If it doesn't start right away. Give it a couple more pumps and take your foot off the pedal again. If it still doesn't start, your choke isn't working properly, and maybe your dad can take a look at the specs (old school knowledge). If you flood it somehow, just hold the pedal down to floor and crank until the gas dries out of the carb and intake. Love the story of this spunky little '80s orphan!

[@billnalder1017]

I just had a quick question here, i was just wondering if Ambergini has ever ridden in a Lamborghini while eating linguine and zucchini, wearing a greenie beanie in her teenie bikini?..curious minds wanna know~

[@WatchJRGo]

Amberghini and I were just coming up with a song about an Amberghinikini in a Lamborghini 😂

[@goyadressunofficial]

@@WatchJRGo kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWjXhHh4hsp_eqs

[@FaisalKhan-xh4qj]

LOL!!! I was thinking the same thing about the Lamborghini and if Amberghini prefers linguine but WITHOUT the zucchini while lounging by the pool in her teenie weenie itty bitty hot lookin bikini....but you beat me too it....well said sir!!

[@billnalder1017]

@Tessa Rossa hahaha!

[@jhors7777]

Thank you for posting this! Very helpful

[@dobbiesmith8314]

doesn't it hurt the car to spray water under the hood??

[@DougsCars]

Such a sweet ride.

[@ReneMartinez-kl5lg]

dude you are making a cleaning engine video on A CLEAN engine

[@oldhamegg]

I need to know why spraying anything into the engine is a good idea. Won't that mess stuff up Electronics, rubber, hoses, etc?

[@Rekcuf690]

You should try that stuff in your bathtub .. works great there also...

[@WatchJRGo]

I bought 2 cans, maybe my shower can win a car show now! 😂

[@Rekcuf690]

@@WatchJRGo I hope your shower is cleaner than that exp engine... ( I really really hope so...)🤪🤪🤢🤮

[@azmike3572]

The bathtub...of all things for Scrubbing Bubbles to clean!

[@vickikgibson9470]

Keep the brush clean as you work to prevent scratches...just sayin...:) Wipe down AFTER you spray stuff around...LOL

[@06roadntrack]

Did you see the way that Exp pulled away from that Magnum like it was standing still......clear some shelf space more trophies to come fo sure

[@oldpackfan]

Try Topcoat F11 works get on engine bey and entire car even the tires and windows. Can also use it on interiors, anything but fabric.

[@djuell01]

Its nice that your apple nike watchband matches your steering wheel cover LOL, Nice pro tip on the Scrubbing Bubbles!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I love that, too! JR is Nike all the way.

[@MrDanielmarlowe]

My new F150s 5.0 coyote motor is muddy. I wonder if this method would be safe for it too?

[@chiefsguy52]

As long as you cover the battery, alternator, ECU, and only use low-pressure water, you should be fine.

[@WatchJRGo]

It would, I just don't ever use the high pressure on the wand, I leave the trigger out so I have a nice fan of water with a little pressure. No need to cover a modern sealed battery and the ECU connector will be weathertight... just don't blast everything with high pressure (that could force water in) 🍻

[@angelmarchpr]

@@WatchJRGo if water doesnt get in , steam in some cases will once the engine warms up

[@1976danger]

@WatchJRGo Great Video! What kind of light is that????

[@kenhill5713]

Pretty sure that’s Amber’s make-up mirror.