jrdn7
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Thinking about powerhosing it, but I wasn't sure. Anything in particular I could polish up other than the turbo cover to make it cleaner looking?
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csifku
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got o any carwash, ask them to spray NOT MIXED TFR, everywhere around the engine. just be sure that the TFR dont go on the wings, u can sprai inside the bonnet too and the wipers plastic too. SPray once with TFR then wait 3-4 minutes, then spray again, wait a minute and then Jet wash it from near distance, make sure ur engine is ON !. Trust me u will be suprised how ur engine and around it will look after this ! 
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jrdn7
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No car washes near me mate, closest one is 55 miles away. But cheers for the idea, I might try it at some point!
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csifku
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i work in carwash since 2008 so i know what im talkin about, look mine how was when i took front bumper out, this down on the bottom is not rust, its just durt .. u can buy a normal window spray, take out the liquid in it and buy a TFR 5 litres in ebay its just 6-7 pounds and u can do it ... also if u have a good water hose, small size u can put ur finger in the end and this will put a bit pressure on the water so it will do the job, u can try, it wont cost u more than 8 pounds 
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Jamie-C
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Just be careful pressure washing the engine bay. I done the Saxo the other day and it didn't run right for about a day after until it dried itself out. Couldn't even pull me up a hill 
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csifku
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Originally posted by Jamie-C
Just be careful pressure washing the engine bay. I done the Saxo the other day and it didn't run right for about a day after until it dried itself out. Couldn't even pull me up a hill
thats why leave the engine running , plus he dont have pressure washer i had that only one time on my old ford probe lol, i need to use cable tides and toilet paper to take out the water of one of the plugs ... 
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jrdn7
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Originally posted by csifku
i work in carwash since 2008 so i know what im talkin about, look mine how was when i took front bumper out, this down on the bottom is not rust, its just durt .. u can buy a normal window spray, take out the liquid in it and buy a TFR 5 litres in ebay its just 6-7 pounds and u can do it ... also if u have a good water hose, small size u can put ur finger in the end and this will put a bit pressure on the water so it will do the job, u can try, it wont cost u more than 8 pounds
Is this the stuff your on about mate? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Truck-Wash-Pressure-Washer-Detergent-TFR-5-Litre-Simoniz-5L-GO-NEXTDAY-3-99-/120947604346?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item1c2909fb7a#ht_3566wt_952
So all I've to do is spray this stuff all over the engine then wash it off?
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csifku
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Originally posted by csifku
i work in carwash since 2008 so i know what im talkin about, look mine how was when i took front bumper out, this down on the bottom is not rust, its just durt .. u can buy a normal window spray, take out the liquid in it and buy a TFR 5 litres in ebay its just 6-7 pounds and u can do it ... also if u have a good water hose, small size u can put ur finger in the end and this will put a bit pressure on the water so it will do the job, u can try, it wont cost u more than 8 pounds
Is this the stuff your on about mate? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Truck-Wash-Pressure-Washer-Detergent-TFR-5-Litre-Simoniz-5L-GO-NEXTDAY-3-99-/120947604346?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item1c2909fb7a#ht_3566wt_952
So all I've to do is spray this stuff all over the engine then wash it off?
yep, it takes all oil and stains off, u can use it everywhere, thats the point
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jrdn7
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Knowing me I'd buy something that'd burn the paint or something! haha How far will 5L go of the stuff?
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csifku
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Knowing me I'd buy something that'd burn the paint or something! haha How far will 5L go of the stuff?
the only thing that can actually BURN ur paint is Acid 32%, u cant make that mistake lol but u need concentrate !! with 5 lt u can clean whole car in and out and under and wheels and everything
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jrdn7
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So I use TFR straight out the bottle? Would it work under a power hose (Karcher so I've got all the wee fitments)?
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csifku
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So I use TFR straight out the bottle? Would it work under a power hose (Karcher so I've got all the wee fitments)?
well the best thing is jet wash. any jet wash even 50 bars pressure washer just dont be scared to spray, remember when u spray from near try to dont move ur arms and close ur eyes, it aint anything dangerous, just gonna feel a bit itchy not for long anyway just wash it with clean water and thats all
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jrdn7
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Haha Waterproofs will be needed then so! haha Can ya get it on body panels?
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csifku
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u can put it under the arches yes, but on the body panels or outside of the car u need to mix it with water ! for example if u want good clean u need to mix 5 lt with at least 15 lt water !, Use not mix one for greasy places or very stain durt on .. such as engine, plastics, around the door and boot shuts, under the arches , side skirts and etc. ..
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