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**HAL9000** · 08-15-2009, 09:37 AM

I've always done it not running.

rwest · 08-15-2009, 11:03 AM

I always heard it doesn't matter, runniing or not, as long as the distrbutor does not get wet. Even if it does get wet, You just have to dry it out or wait for it to do so on it's own. I always hit the entire engine compartment with a good degreaser before I would take the car to the carwash. Then spray I'd spray the motor down, while running. You can hear the motor start to struggle if it starts to get too wet. When that happens, I'd back of until she catches up, and do it again.

EzyStvy · 08-16-2009, 04:35 AM

The only good thing about washing with the engine running is you know exactly when you've washed too much or the wrong area

David M · 08-16-2009, 12:57 PM

I use a 3000 PSI pressure washer under the hood...no problems. Sure comes out nice and clean.

***glc*** · 08-16-2009, 01:27 PM

Folks, engine washing these days is a whole different ballgame from what it used to be. There is so much electronics under the hood you have to be very careful. The LAST thing I'd use is a pressure washer. All it takes is for water to get into one electrical connection or component that's not completely environmentally sealed to drive the electronics nuts.

**thefultonhow** · 08-16-2009, 01:41 PM

Simple Green and a hose does the job for me.

**HAL9000** · 08-16-2009, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glc

Folks, engine washing these days is a whole different ballgame from what it used to be. There is so much electronics under the hood you have to be very careful. The LAST thing I'd use is a pressure washer. All it takes is for water to get into one electrical connection or component that's not completely environmentally sealed to drive the electronics nuts.

Never had an issue with it... I always use the pressure washers at the car wash.

***glc*** · 08-16-2009, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HAL9000

Never had an issue with it... I always use the pressure washers at the car wash.

Your engine has the coils and plugs hiding under a top cover. The car you had before that was old school distributor and wires.

**HAL9000** · 08-16-2009, 10:44 PM

The Festiva always required WD-40 in the distributor afterwards...The Rustang before that always ran fine... the Buick before that was even more old school than the wagon and a non issue... the Chrysler Daytona before that was a non issue... everything before that was old school and no issues.

Alexjfinch · 08-17-2009, 03:00 AM

Hal - are you putting the battery on a painted or unpainted conrete floor? - would the paint act as a insulator? - would be good to note these down.

**HAL9000** · 08-17-2009, 08:45 AM

Unpainted floor... I was thinking of that for the two that said no problem... their shops may be painted.

MaxRat · 08-17-2009, 06:42 PM

mine is bare concrete...well oil stained bare concrete...lol

**HAL9000** · 08-17-2009, 08:45 PM

Well it's been almost a week... the thing is pretty trashed... it's reading 4.38 volts.... a far cry from my original readings after being on the bench for a year.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjfvillarosa

Dave.
Try and note the overnight temperature.

Temps were ranging around 13 - 17'C last week when I went to bed around midnight - 1AM. I guess the next step here will be to see if it will take a charge again.... with it being that low... I'm somehow doubting it.

**rjfvillarosa** · 08-17-2009, 09:05 PM

I had my father inlaws truck here Sunday afternoon because the check engine light had come on, I put the code reader on it and sorted it out and decided to have a check around under the bonnet, out of curiosity and due to the fact it was dirty and damp, I did a voltage test on the battery case. It was reading 5.8volts.
I have told him I will clean it for him next week and change the spark plugs as it is running a tad lumpy.

Alexjfinch · 08-18-2009, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjfvillarosa

I had my father inlaws truck here Sunday afternoon because the check engine light had come on, I put the code reader on it and sorted it out and decided to have a check around under the bonnet, out of curiosity and due to the fact it was dirty and damp, I did a voltage test on the battery case. It was reading 5.8volts.
I have told him I will clean it for him next week and change the spark plugs as it is running a tad lumpy.

If you leave it till next week I'll give you a hand.

**rjfvillarosa** · 08-18-2009, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alexjfinch

If you leave it till next week I'll give you a hand.

Your already signed on.........

you can do the dirty bits......

Alexjfinch · 08-18-2009, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjfvillarosa

Your already signed on.........

you can do the dirty bits......

Yes I thought as much - the case of you lying in the hammock behind me drinking a beer and generally annoying me whilst I do it?

**rjfvillarosa** · 08-18-2009, 07:41 AM

How else are you supposed to learn.....................

Alexjfinch · 08-18-2009, 01:28 PM

You can do the mind numbingly boring task of ghosting my hard drives - fair trade?

**rjfvillarosa** · 08-18-2009, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alexjfinch

You can do the mind numbingly boring task of ghosting my hard drives - fair trade?

I can live with that, I'll leave the test rig doing the harddrives while I watch you standing on tip toe on a box trying to reach cylinder number six sparkplug.....

MaxRat · 08-18-2009, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjfvillarosa

while I watch you standing on tip toe on a box trying to reach.....

I just dont know if I would like the thought of this going on behind me...might wanna re-think that trade off...lol

BigRed CC Dually · 08-18-2009, 07:37 PM

"standing on tip toe on a box trying to reach cylinder number six sparkplug....."

You two a couple of Leprechauns?? LOL

Alexjfinch · 08-19-2009, 04:02 AM

He's my old man LOL - and I'm nearly 6ft, never quite made it though!

And no! your not allowed to leave the test rig doing it you have to sit there and watch the percentage bar as punishment!

BigRed CC Dually · 08-19-2009, 04:34 AM

I hope you both enjoy your visit together. Father son visits at this time in your lives are to be cherished. Hope you guys can get the race in Valencia this weekend. "Go Alonso" or Button, I hope Brawn wins the championship this year.

Alexjfinch · 08-19-2009, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRed CC Dually

I hope you both enjoy your visit together. Father son visits at this time in your lives are to be cherished. Hope you guys can get the race in Valencia this weekend. "Go Alonso" or Button, I hope Brawn wins the championship this year.

Now we are COMPLETELY off topic - Yes I hope Brawn do it as well but I think Ross needs to pull a few tricks out of his sleeve as Red Bull have manufactured some amazing parts for their cars - unfortunately Brawn just can't get the tyres hot enough for grip.

Back on topic now guys, before we all get told off

**rjfvillarosa** · 08-19-2009, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRed CC Dually

"standing on tip toe on a box trying to reach cylinder number six sparkplug....."

You two a couple of Leprechauns?? LOL

It's a raised 4X4 Nissan Frontier....

RevCLB · 08-19-2009, 05:05 AM

If I have mt battery on a charger does that mean I am revolting?

***glc*** · 08-19-2009, 08:55 AM

You don't have to stay on topic in GD.

That was BAAAAAADDDDD, Rev.......

08-15-2009, 09:37 AM	#61
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08-15-2009, 11:03 AM	#62
rwest Member (11 bit) Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,388	I always heard it doesn't matter, runniing or not, as long as the distrbutor does not get wet. Even if it does get wet, You just have to dry it out or wait for it to do so on it's own. I always hit the entire engine compartment with a good degreaser before I would take the car to the carwash. Then spray I'd spray the motor down, while running. You can hear the motor start to struggle if it starts to get too wet. When that happens, I'd back of until she catches up, and do it again. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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08-16-2009, 01:27 PM	#65
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,771	Folks, engine washing these days is a whole different ballgame from what it used to be. There is so much electronics under the hood you have to be very careful. The LAST thing I'd use is a pressure washer. All it takes is for water to get into one electrical connection or component that's not completely environmentally sealed to drive the electronics nuts. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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HAL9000 Red-eyed Moderator Staff Premium Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 17,576	The Festiva always required WD-40 in the distributor afterwards...The Rustang before that always ran fine... the Buick before that was even more old school than the wagon and a non issue... the Chrysler Daytona before that was a non issue... everything before that was old school and no issues. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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Alexjfinch Member (8 bit) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: South Wales Posts: 234	Hal - are you putting the battery on a painted or unpainted conrete floor? - would the paint act as a insulator? - would be good to note these down. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

08-17-2009, 08:45 AM	#71
HAL9000 Red-eyed Moderator Staff Premium Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 17,576	Unpainted floor... I was thinking of that for the two that said no problem... their shops may be painted. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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rjfvillarosa Staff Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Cardiff, Wales. UK Posts: 6,105	I had my father inlaws truck here Sunday afternoon because the check engine light had come on, I put the code reader on it and sorted it out and decided to have a check around under the bonnet, out of curiosity and due to the fact it was dirty and damp, I did a voltage test on the battery case. It was reading 5.8volts. I have told him I will clean it for him next week and change the spark plugs as it is running a tad lumpy. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Niwa no niwa ni wa, niwa no niwatori wa niwaka ni wani o tabeta.

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Alexjfinch Member (8 bit) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: South Wales Posts: 234	You can do the mind numbingly boring task of ghosting my hard drives - fair trade? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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BigRed CC Dually Member (8 bit) Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 217	"standing on tip toe on a box trying to reach cylinder number six sparkplug....." You two a couple of Leprechauns?? LOL Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Rick "C.O.B" (Crusty Old B.. boy, barnacle, whatever) My system:Cool Master 532 case and Seasonic S12-600w PSU, Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe MoBo, AMD Opteron 180 Denmark 2.4GHz Dual-Core CPU, Seagate 1Tb SATA II "C" Drive, w/2 Apricorn External HDD cases loaded w/ Seagate 250GB HDD each as backup drives, BFG Geforce 7800GTX 256MB PCI Express x16 GPU, CORSAIR Twinx2048-3200c2pt 1GBx2 memory, and a LG Electronics DVD/CD burner in Black.

08-19-2009, 04:02 AM	#83
Alexjfinch Member (8 bit) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: South Wales Posts: 234	He's my old man LOL - and I'm nearly 6ft, never quite made it though! And no! your not allowed to leave the test rig doing it you have to sit there and watch the percentage bar as punishment! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

08-19-2009, 04:34 AM	#84
BigRed CC Dually Member (8 bit) Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 217	I hope you both enjoy your visit together. Father son visits at this time in your lives are to be cherished. Hope you guys can get the race in Valencia this weekend. "Go Alonso" or Button, I hope Brawn wins the championship this year. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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