Hi Pan, I have gloss black tail trims around my exhaust tail pipes which have a small amount of carbon build up around them, what would you recommend to remove the carbon build up and polish the trim back to OEM finish please 🙏
I just washed my two year's old Honda crv engine bay at last weekend. I watched your engine bay cleaning video for many times, and I do it finally, thank you Pan!
Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words. We are in the top 4 of detailing channels in the world, and will hopefully soon surpass 1 million subscribers. The other three channels all do the "super dirty disaster detail car wash or barn finds", so I'm actually the biggest channel that focuses on tutorials and product reviews/testing. :)
Why does does he not have more views? Number 1, he talks to fast. Number 2, he was kind of OK in the beginning but then it became all about the money. He never should have shown us his new Porsche. Once you start selling stuff it's not about information it's about profit. Not a hater, used to like him.
@@stevelangsdorf7307how did it become all about the money? I watch tons of these videos and I don't see that at all. He's telling us what the best products to use are which is a pretty massive part of detailing. He uses dozens of companies products. In this video alone he goes through like ten manufacturers of products so he's not bought by any one of them. Also, the man clearly loves cars. Why do you care whether he bought a nice car? He's not allowed to buy a Porsche? The jealousy in that statement is wild.
@@stevelangsdorf7307it’s a business that he has built. How do you run a business if you don’t make money? You are very clueless on your observation. You do realize he makes more or most money off his videos than what products he sells, right? And if you think he talks to fast then rewind it and listen or again or become a better listener.
Hey guys, chill. I like Pan always have, I am very happy for him and his success. The question was how does he not have 2 million subscribers and I tried to be objective in my answer and give some reasons why he might not have as many as we think he should. I watch all the top guys and I don't get why he doesn't have more. But just because I answered the question doesn't mean I am a hater , it means I tried to answer the question. Obviously there are a lot of Pan hatrers out there or more people would be hitting his button. So you tell me why YOU think he doesn't have more viewers . Can't wait. MAD RESPECT FROM EAST LONG BEACH 💯
Thanks for the positive feedback, I appreciate it! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
While cleaning and detailing your engine bay is great to make it look good it should also be noted that you should spend proper time to thoroughly dry it and then use some anti-rust treatment in relevant areas. This is especially necessary on the sides where the fenders and wheel houses are. There are many overlapping metal parts, folds, and crevices where water and humidity gets in and if untreated your car will start rusting faster than you can say "Koch Chemie" 😅. If you live in constantly dry and sunny areas it's not a big issue, but in many parts of the world it's better to have a comparatively dirty car with good anti-rust treatment than a clean car that will be a write-off after 10-15 years because major parts have so much rust that it's not viable to repair it anymore.
Absolutely fantastic. I’m going to clean my 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander that I gave my wife to drive. (I bought a Toyota HiLux and she wanted to keep my outlander because she loves it) I purchased it brand new and it has done over 300,000 kilometres and the engine bay is very dirty. I’ll post a pic of it before and after. Thanks Pan.
6:02 After I clean my engine on my 2020 Toyota Camry and let it dry . I liberally spray 303 Protectant , all over the engine compartment and let it soak in . Never any streaking / staining issues , etc. I do this about twice a year to help rubber and plastic components resist cracking and fading . Then about a month later I will clean the engine again , as the 303 Protectant attracts surface dirt . Best time I think is during hot spring and summer . That allows the 303 Protectant to be really absorbed the best . My air intake is open , so I stuff a microfiber towel in it to prevent water from getting inside
Fantastic step by step guide on how to detail the engine bay of your car! I still remember the first time I detailed the engine bays of both my cars. It was a little intimidating at first, but by following your amazing instructions it was a breeze and so much fun🥳. Absolutely loved the first person view👌🏻. Stellar work Pan!
That alkaline stuff is caustic and a good electrical conductor. So probably more precautions would be needed for older cars. Also the brake fluid is hydroscopic and its reservoir cap usually have a little hole that one might not want to wash with pressure.
Love when you talk about keeping it fun. I'm still a weekend warrior and I get excited i get to work on an SUV first thing in the morning. Love what i do , can't wait to be full time.
You truly are an inspiration and a master of instructional detail videos. Because of your videos I have gotten back into my passion for cleaning and detailing not only on my own pride and joy truck but family friends and some real customers! I thank you sir! its such a great satisfaction seeing the before and after and thats why I love detailing
I use Optimum Power Clean and steam to clean engine bays, along with microfibers and assorted brushes. I've used my old wheel woolies to clean some of the "less accessible" areas of engine bays. I blow them dry afterward. Another thing to consider is to block the air intakes to keep excess water from entering. For cold air induction systems, I wrap a gallon size ziploc bag around the air filter.
One of my favorite things is to do my engine bays. I pretty much do what you do except I haven't used the Koch Chemie active foam. That will be on my next buy list. Thanks again, great stuff.
Thanks Pan! It was great to meet you at SEMA. I always look forward to drinking coffee and watching your videos on a Saturday morning. I have over 20 years of auto repair experience. And agree that most things built after 2005 should handle these steps pretty well. Never use a garden hose, avoid high pressure contact from both washer and compressed air. You don’t want to force water past the weather pack seals. And of course, use common sense and look the engine over first. I would also watch out for labels fixed to plastic parts. They come off easily with water and dirt if not being careful. Same with powerful degreasers on painted engine covers.
That's nice to hear, thanks Nandi! I want to make detailing fun and accessible to everyone. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. How did you discover my channel by the way?
👍🏻 Also, I highly recommend that you watch my Detailing 101 series for beginners, where I explain different steps like iron removers, clay bar, polishing, protection, etc. It's super simple once you understand the basics, and your car will look and feel 100x better! Part 1: how to properly wash your car: th-cam.com/video/7Koj5j2Es5U/w-d-xo.html Part 2: how to clean wheels and tires: th-cam.com/video/omwcNcSYcS8/w-d-xo.html Part 3: chemical decontamination (iron and tar removal): th-cam.com/video/W_cyHz3XssU/w-d-xo.html Part 4: clay bar: th-cam.com/video/XB8UaTCXuLg/w-d-xo.html Part 5: machine polishing (paint correction): th-cam.com/video/ustTEVGMOTI/w-d-xo.html Part 6A: how to wax your car th-cam.com/video/KZjiPcsPBrA/w-d-xo.html Part 6B: how to apply a ceramic coating: th-cam.com/video/sqQYVjxFqK0/w-d-xo.html Part 7: Differences between waxes, paint sealants and coatings: th-cam.com/video/4ejfPHan3k4/w-d-xo.html
in your last engine bay video i mentioned blowing off/vaccuming the engine bay prior to cleaning im very glad to see you now include it in your own cleaning routine i love that as a community we all grow together, as usual this is another amazing video i can't wait for the next one!
Thanks CB! Just to clarify though, in my previous engine bay detailing tutorial in April of 2021, I already had shown using a blower before starting the cleaning process... Here: th-cam.com/video/R5ZbroMTULM/w-d-xo.html
Your detailing expertise is without question the best. Your attention to detail and thorough explanation without BS is appreciated. I am one of your 1% who watch and learn from your videos as a DIY guy. Keep up the great work.
Thanks! How did you discover my channel? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 930,000 subscribers and we have over 122 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Nice video as always Pan. I got a suggestion for a future video. We all want the perfect paint for our car but one thing we cant escape is winter and snow removal. Id like to see a test of various snow brushes and finally be able to pick one thats easy on the paint.
I love Hyper dressing. Being able to control the gloss level is amazing but Motorplast is hard to beat. I coated everything with Vonixx V-Energy engine bay ceramic coating and maintain it with Motorplast. It 95 percent self levels, isn't too glossy, lasts a long time and actually protects more than just the plastic. Phenomenal product IMO
TY Pan loved this engine detail video, I do pretty much as you did to detail my engine with similar products available here in Australia except on the hood/bonnet, there i find it much easier to use damp/wet micro fibre towels after spraying the metal areas to wipe off any dust and then vacuum the material sound proofing. I do it that way as i don't like to get a lot of water on that area. Loved this mate as so many as you said tell you DON'T DO IT!! you will cause issues, well I have never had an issue detail the engine bay and my mechanic loves me for it makes it a joy for him to work on and shows i care. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘❤❤👍👍👍👍
I’m happy that this method is working for you. Personally, I feel uncomfortable with this much fluid rinsed under pressure near electrical connections/components.
Thank You, Pan! I've cleaned many engines in nearly 52 years. Lots of different ways to do it. We can always learn more. My Z06 needs the engine cleaned. I miss that OEM look(it's dirty). It's 70* in CT now, might have to take advantage of that as these types of temperatures will not last long! Have a fun weekend.
Cleaning the engine bay is one of the most satisfying things in car detailing. Having a brand new looking engine bay is such a good feeling and is functionally good for detecting oil/coolant leaks and issues as they pop up. Edit: 11:50 LOL I wrote this comment like 5 seconds before hearing Pan say the same that's hilarious.
Yup. My fave part of washing cars and trucks. Also my fave part of vehicles to watch get cleaned. Great video Pan. I'm a fan of VRP. Next time I'm going to dilute it and spray it.
Hi Daniel. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. If you're planning on starting your detailing business, I have a bunch of cool videos that can help you out. Check these below: ✅ Is detailing really worth it? : th-cam.com/video/Yq1B_UKNayo/w-d-xo.html ✅ 20 year old detailer making $130,000 a year: th-cam.com/video/g08gkwfv1Wk/w-d-xo.html ✅ What products do you need to start a detailing business? th-cam.com/video/FLq-vKIWhKw/w-d-xo.html ✅ Digital marketing secrets to make more money with your detailing business: th-cam.com/video/Tv9GeGhA-AA/w-d-xo.html ✅ Custom installation of equipment in a mobile detailing van: th-cam.com/video/IDUwfl8GmgU/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to start a mobile car detailing business: th-cam.com/video/WV3FJcWf77I/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to become a successful entrepreneur: th-cam.com/video/wTCfVmeMeEo/w-d-xo.html ✅ Mobile detailing truck setup: th-cam.com/video/tnFjhkM4YJo/w-d-xo.html ✅ Things I wish I knew before I started detailing: th-cam.com/video/SYqWRq27YgI/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to be more efficient at detailing: th-cam.com/video/33ChaMf8dCM/w-d-xo.html ✅ Digital marketing to grow your detailing business: th-cam.com/video/1Cd3N1g6mSw/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to rank your detailing website on the 1st page of Google: th-cam.com/video/pNflfxehpHg/w-d-xo.html
Very good job as usual Pan. Very professional including your intro. 👍👍 Also congratulations to getting close to 900,000 subscribers. Keep doing what your doing and 1 million followers is just around the corner.
Pan, quite late to reply but this was incredibly helpful. I have always been nervous about cleaning the engine bay on my new cars, but I took the leap of faith. My truck gets rustproofing oil treatment every year, so the grime was severe. I figured it was time to reset and start fresh - and wow! It was quick, easy, and painless. I must say, the KC products you recommended were top tier. Many thanks from over here in the prairies.
When it comes to hybrid engines, most of the common sense and tips are similar to regular engine bays, with a few slight tweaks. Here are some videos that give more details: Toyota Prius engine bay: th-cam.com/video/UQhrIEYwW9E/w-d-xo.html General hybrid engine bay cleaning tips: th-cam.com/video/AHosBEZAHPY/w-d-xo.html General tips: th-cam.com/video/X_cwN4ljpG8/w-d-xo.html
My lawn mower which gets extremely dirty recommends never spraying water into the engine and only cleaning when needed. Also I sprayed my car engine once and the car immediately had trouble running because water got into the coils.
Pam, just a comment, for older cars with more exposed metal, how do you keep the chrome/iron parts shiny after degreaser, protected? This clip and your chosen products works well for a modern car with a lot more pastics/rubber hoses. What would you use to shine and protect the main engine hub?
Pan, it is always soooo satisfying to lift the hood and have it look as good as the rest of the car. I just did my pre-winter clean and coated with Seal&Shine. Twice a year [for me] keeps things looking very tidy with the degree of difficulty and time consumption to a minimum. Patience and a bit of persistence on the initial deep clean then as you say "practice" can keep maintenance to a short time. Not to mention potential resale value! Gr8 vid! Shine on you crazy diamond!
I drive an '07 Silverado and the engine bay looks better than new, even with 211,000 miles on it. I've never had any issues after cleaning the engine bay and I don't take any extraordinary precautions..........................I just don't get stupid with the hose or the pressure washer. Great video
Well said. People need to use common sense and take their time to do a proper job and they’ll be fine. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
What an awesome video, the patience of how you explained every single step and how you emphasize on the caution or dangers areas is amazing I’m definitely saving this video for future use on my archives, thank you 🙏 Pan
Wow this video is right on time. I was just looking at the engine bay of my 2020 model year car thinking that it is time to detail the engine bay before it gets too out of hand.
Thanks Pan, great video once again. You know, I am thinking of unsubscribing from all the other detailing channels because I love the way you explain everything so well plus you seem to be doing videos of everything we need. Could I make a suggestion? Would you consider doing a "Old Car" series where you bring back an older car, say 10-15 year old car as a challenge back to new? New cars are a lot easier to maintain like your girlfriends car which is only a year old but I would enjoy seeing you challenge yourself with a neglected older car. Thanks for Oz.
Thanks for the kind words Padma! I truly appreciate it. I mainly detail new and higher end cars as my customer base has a bigger budget. That being said, I did produce a few videos restoring older neglected vehicles, which I think you’ll appreciate. Here they are: th-cam.com/video/ig82dR1pPN0/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/KsmXHos0zyY/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/7zqovDt7NIU/w-d-xo.html
You're the best! One of my favorite hobbies is washing my car; I just moved to North Dakota! Never been in snow, and I feel so dirty when my car is dirty! Can't wait for the snow to disappear
Thanks! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 865,000 subscribers and we have almost 110 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great video as always. Still I'm not sure that using the pressure washer is safe. Instead I always use a couple of brushes and microfiber towels to do the job. It takes a bit more time but i think it safer that way and preventing any risk caused by water getting to some electrical parts, etc.
You do as you wish. I have pretty much always used a pressure washer and never once had any issue or feedback afterwards that something went wrong. Again, common sense. Also, a pressure washer uses less water compared to a garden hose. So although it seems like you're using a lot of water, you're actually using way less compared to a regular garden hose setup.
@@PanTheOrganizer LOL. Ivan is using a $20 garden hose that uses more water, while you’re using a $1500 pressure washer that uses less water. Ivan has saved himself a lot of money by using a little bit more water. Go Ivan.
Actually it’s quite safe to use the pressure washer if you are using common sense, staying below 2000 psi, and always keep the sprayer moving as Pan says. Dealers use it and professional detailers have been using pressure washers for a long time now.
If water getting into the engine bay was an issue, we’d have issues every time it rains or we run through standing water. The only issue I can see is if you get too close with a pressure washer. If you use a fan spray and stay at a sufficient distance, you’ll use much less water with a pressure washer than a garden hose. However; like Pan said: you do you. Edited for spelling
In turkey we covered alternator and computer unit with nylon bag. And we put high pressure gas, kerosene or diesel . Wait 5 minutes we do vacuum everywhere and done.
Just got some Koch Chemie products including the Gsf and Gs. I love how you can make the “active foam” by adding 10-30ml greenstar to the foam cannon mixture with the Gentle Snow Foam via directions on bottle! Have successfully detailed 2 engine bays so far! Just started my Detailing Business!
Yup. And I wish you all the good luck with your new business. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. And since you just started your detailing business, I have a bunch of cool videos that can help you out. Check these below: ✅ Is detailing really worth it? : th-cam.com/video/Yq1B_UKNayo/w-d-xo.html ✅ 20 year old detailer making $130,000 a year: th-cam.com/video/g08gkwfv1Wk/w-d-xo.html ✅ What products do you need to start a detailing business? th-cam.com/video/FLq-vKIWhKw/w-d-xo.html ✅ Digital marketing secrets to make more money with your detailing business: th-cam.com/video/Tv9GeGhA-AA/w-d-xo.html ✅ Custom installation of equipment in a mobile detailing van: th-cam.com/video/IDUwfl8GmgU/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to start a mobile car detailing business: th-cam.com/video/WV3FJcWf77I/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to become a successful entrepreneur: th-cam.com/video/wTCfVmeMeEo/w-d-xo.html ✅ Mobile detailing truck setup: th-cam.com/video/tnFjhkM4YJo/w-d-xo.html ✅ Things I wish I knew before I started detailing: th-cam.com/video/SYqWRq27YgI/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to be more efficient at detailing: th-cam.com/video/33ChaMf8dCM/w-d-xo.html ✅ Digital marketing to grow your detailing business: th-cam.com/video/1Cd3N1g6mSw/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to rank your detailing website on the 1st page of Google: th-cam.com/video/pNflfxehpHg/w-d-xo.html
I LOVE cleaning engine bays! I have a 2013 Explorer Sport that is basically a "backup" vehicle, and I cleaned its engine bay recently. It is getting dusty from sitting with the hood open (battery tender), and I want to detail it again, since it looks so amazing when it is freshly cleaned.
When it comes to hybrid engines, most of the common sense and tips are similar to regular engine bays, with a few slight tweaks. Here are some videos that give more details: Toyota Prius engine bay: th-cam.com/video/UQhrIEYwW9E/w-d-xo.html General hybrid engine bay cleaning tips: th-cam.com/video/AHosBEZAHPY/w-d-xo.html General tips: th-cam.com/video/X_cwN4ljpG8/w-d-xo.html
Love your channel and been subscribed for several years. I soooo want to do this to my '04 Ford F150 because it is so dirty. But Im a 63 yo, single, female and no longer am as confident as I used to be. Nor can I afford to mess something up. But, none the less, I love watching your videos, wishing I was young and brave again lol.
Thanks for the kind words Kathy! You don’t have to go all the way to an engine bay detail. Start with the basics like a good car wash, and build your confidence from there. You can do it! See my car wash tutorial: th-cam.com/video/7Koj5j2Es5U/w-d-xo.html Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@PanTheOrganizer I can clean everything else. I've learned a ton from you over the years. I just don't dare clean under the hood lol. But thank you for responding, I wasn't expecting that 🙂
Hehe no worries. I'm the only big detailing channel that actually takes the time to respond to viewers on a daily basis. I won't lie though, it can get overwhelming as you can imagine with an audience this size, I spend up to 4 hours every day just responding to thousands of TH-cam comments, but I try my best to stay connected with my viewers, as I like to make sure detailing is accessible for everyone to enjoy. :)
This is a fantastic walkthrough! I love 1:36 part! Words from people can be very intimidating! Experience and hands on make the total different! Thanks for sharing
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Thanks James! I don't use Simple Green as an APC on cars personally (I use it to clean my garage floors sometimes), but I know many who like using it for different tasks like cleaning wheels and tires.
Beautiful turnaround on Isabellas suv. I actually did this about a month ago, took the vehicle to krown rust control & they messed it up a bit. Touched up the vehicle again and all is good. Perfect tutorial pan. 👍🇨🇦
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What abou a 20 yr old trailblazer engine bay that has never been washed?? How can I know what to cover and what not, I really want to clean it but afraid I'm going to mess it up 😟
You just have to be more careful, and perhaps use a garden hose in that situation, instead of a pressure washer. Cover any exposed electronics like the main computer, or alternator, or fuse box. Don't focus the stream of water on the same spot for many seconds. Keep the wand moving and sweeping across the engine bay. Or, you could avoid using water altogether, by just purchasing a waterless wash type product. Spray that liberally all around the engine bay, and use detailing brushes to agitate, and then mop up and wipe with old microfiber towels. And that should still get you a very good result. Here's a quality waterless wash that will work super well: bit.ly/4bFYfRD Or this alternative from Amazon: amzn.to/4bLFL24 Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
After leaving the service I honestly didn’t know what I wanted to do lost and confused.. after watching one of your videos I picked it up as a hobby since I love cars and quickly became a hobby and side gig and I love doing it!!💪🏾❤️
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Looking at 21:25 you didn't include the process to get rid of all the overspray. You only mentioned earlier about returning with a microfiber towel. You continued with cleaning the rest of vehicle, came back and we see final result. Then you mention buffing the product. What is the time limit which you must remove/buff all the overspray?
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Hehe this was by no stretch of the imagination a clean engine bay. Certainly not to detailing obsessed people like me and my viewers. ;) But what is important in this video is the technique, tools and products. The procedure is the same regardless of the dirt level of the engine bay. A dirtier engine bay just requires more work. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 980,000 subscribers and we have over 132 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
For people saying it's not safe. Pan said he has done hundreds of engines details and I've done probably 1000's over 26 years, yes it is safe as long as you take precautions. The only issue one of my detailer had was because a mechanic forgot to put the fuse box cover back on properly. Besides that,use common sense and don't blast the engine super close,stay 2-3 feet away and keep moving the water media.
Thanks! I don't detail classic cars, but perhaps check this video: th-cam.com/video/7VmMcuWEXQU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=8pQ6nC86Vcb5q7Zl Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Excellent work Pan! I like using Super Clean for the initial pre spray and a mixture of any APC and high foaming neutral car soap in my foam cannon or IK foam sprayer and apply a heavy rich foam to do it's work. I usually hit everything with my steamer and agitate with brushes and a final rinse. My go to protection is 1:1 dilution ratio of Chemical guys VRP. I will definitely consider your process by eliminating the steam to see if I can get the optimum results.
Great video! One tip from other mechanics is to spray the rubber hoses and boots around/under the engine with the protectant. That keeps your CV joints and heater hoses from cracking prematurely.
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A big question of mine comes to the air box area. What would you do when someone has a cold air intake? Would you just bag the filter thats exposed as well? Or remove then cover the intake?
Great video, I also use Green Star and Motorplast, but have also used Koch-Chemie Vorreiniger B instead of Green Star as it is my standard pre-wash foam. I was quite nervous the first time, but never had any problem. Motorplast made a never washed 10 years old engine look new. I never dry the engine bay. Keep up the good work, picked up a few new tips here for the next wash
Looks really nice. A general question. Are we doing it for own satisfaction? we clean is only 1/3 of the engine bay. Most of it is well in the engine bay in unreachable areas. Dont we just put on a make up and forget about rest of the body? So what is the point?
I live by the ocean and with all the salt air things rust quickly. What do you recommend to spray on the hood latches and shocks that open the hood itself to protect those types of things from rust/corrosion? Thanks! Great work!
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@PanTheOrganizer Thank you, I appreciate the warm welcome. I commented on one of your other videos with a few questions about compounds, polishes and supplies.
You got that right! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Best engine detail video that I have seen so far. I have three of my own to do. Two of them are very grungy diesel engines. Going to use your Super Clean video and this video to do those. I bet they come out great. Thank you!
I love your videos! They are super informative and helpful. Car detailing can be a mystery lol. I bet a lot of people would be interested in what kind of car vacuum you use and what you recommend. My old shopvac just didn't have enough power to do a adequate job. Thank you and I appreciate you.
Pan, after watching this video. I did my first engine bay clean today. It turned out really good. Thank you for the step by step and tips on how to do this. 😂😂😂
Awesome video, one of tools and products I use on my engines is the Tornado Car Cleaning Gun filled with Optimum No Rinse Wash, it worked really well in getting the dirt in all the tight spots around the intakes and electrical boxes when I just wanting to do an engine touch up. I’m going to give the KOCH CHEMIE | Motorplast a try. I’m always worried about spray products in the engine area for fears of it become a dirt magnet. Thanks again for the great video and product suggestions!
First when I got into detailing a few years back , I had no idea about pressure washer PSI for cars. I ended up buying a big simoniz gas one at that time. I know its probably overkill for car details, but I've been spraying the vehicles from a distance, not really up close. Just don't want to spend more money on a more suitable one just yet
Great to hear! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 995,000 subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
I LOVE engine bay degreasing and detailing! My clients are educated on the benefits and see for themselves the difference it makes. The ultimate goal, especially when running a business, is convincing that client to have this service done every few months. A maintenance detail pays well for both detailer and client!
@@mplslawnguy3389 there's literally several reasons to do it to include cleanliness. Which is, after all, the name of the game. My last client had a major diesel leak in the engine compartment which caused fumes to penetrate into the cabin. Guess that doesn't meet your definition of literal either.
@@gunsnsails Just not something I would do. I’ll wipe it down if it’s excessively dirty. Not a fan of spraying water in there though, especially from a pressure washer.
This makes me feel better. I’m nervous a little bit because my engine is pretty exposed and I didn’t want to mess up anything. I was also nervous about water near headlight connectors. I’m going to start small and do it until I feel way more comfortable. As well, I’m going to by that mini blower with heat that should save me a ton
Hi George! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 855,000 subscribers and 108 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
very interesting video about how to clean the engine bay. I have some rust as well in my engine bay, do you have any videos on how to remove the rust? Thanks
If the tire dressing you are using says it's compatible with use as a plastics dressing, then it's ok. But before applying the dressing, you must make sure the surface is clean, hence why we use a degreaser or all purpose cleaner to clean the engine bay.
Hello Paaaaann !!! Super vidéo pour le compartiment moteur ! J'ai justement une anecdote de cette semaine : nous avons eu un organisme du gouvernement qui propose de contrôler des points de sécurité sur les véhicules des salariés de notre entreprise... Près de 2500-3000 tout de même. Arrivé à mon tour ils ouvrent le capot, et je demande ce qu'ils en pensent ? Ils avaient les yeux grands ouverts ! Le plus propre qu'il aient pu voir. 😎
Thank you! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 150 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
What about the rubber gasket below the windshield wipers? Any special treatment for that or is your spray going to cover that as well. Over time it seems like they dry out and fall apart and never have seen anybody really pay attention to that
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Hi Pan, I have gloss black tail trims around my exhaust tail pipes which have a small amount of carbon build up around them, what would you recommend to remove the carbon build up and polish the trim back to OEM finish please 🙏
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I just washed my two year's old Honda crv engine bay at last weekend. I watched your engine bay cleaning video for many times, and I do it finally, thank you Pan!
😁👍🏻
You newer no water is like a snake on engine Bay I'm personally don't like that sorry bubba 😊
How does this channel not have 2M subscribers, i dont know.... Awesome channel on auto detailing...the best ive seen
Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words. We are in the top 4 of detailing channels in the world, and will hopefully soon surpass 1 million subscribers. The other three channels all do the "super dirty disaster detail car wash or barn finds", so I'm actually the biggest channel that focuses on tutorials and product reviews/testing. :)
Why does does he not have more views? Number 1, he talks to fast. Number 2, he was kind of OK in the beginning but then it became all about the money. He never should have shown us his new Porsche. Once you start selling stuff it's not about information it's about profit. Not a hater, used to like him.
@@stevelangsdorf7307how did it become all about the money? I watch tons of these videos and I don't see that at all. He's telling us what the best products to use are which is a pretty massive part of detailing. He uses dozens of companies products. In this video alone he goes through like ten manufacturers of products so he's not bought by any one of them.
Also, the man clearly loves cars. Why do you care whether he bought a nice car? He's not allowed to buy a Porsche? The jealousy in that statement is wild.
@@stevelangsdorf7307it’s a business that he has built. How do you run a business if you don’t make money? You are very clueless on your observation. You do realize he makes more or most money off his videos than what products he sells, right? And if you think he talks to fast then rewind it and listen or again or become a better listener.
Hey guys, chill. I like Pan always have, I am very happy for him and his success. The question was how does he not have 2 million subscribers and I tried to be objective in my answer and give some reasons why he might not have as many as we think he should. I watch all the top guys and I don't get why he doesn't have more. But just because I answered the question doesn't mean I am a hater , it means I tried to answer the question. Obviously there are a lot of Pan hatrers out there or more people would be hitting his button. So you tell me why YOU think he doesn't have more viewers . Can't wait. MAD RESPECT FROM EAST LONG BEACH 💯
Unquestionably the best engine cleaning video I've found on TH-cam after searching and watching many. Great work and thanks for the video!
Thanks for the positive feedback, I appreciate it! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
While cleaning and detailing your engine bay is great to make it look good it should also be noted that you should spend proper time to thoroughly dry it and then use some anti-rust treatment in relevant areas. This is especially necessary on the sides where the fenders and wheel houses are.
There are many overlapping metal parts, folds, and crevices where water and humidity gets in and if untreated your car will start rusting faster than you can say "Koch Chemie" 😅.
If you live in constantly dry and sunny areas it's not a big issue, but in many parts of the world it's better to have a comparatively dirty car with good anti-rust treatment than a clean car that will be a write-off after 10-15 years because major parts have so much rust that it's not viable to repair it anymore.
Absolutely fantastic. I’m going to clean my 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander that I gave my wife to drive. (I bought a Toyota HiLux and she wanted to keep my outlander because she loves it) I purchased it brand new and it has done over 300,000 kilometres and the engine bay is very dirty. I’ll post a pic of it before and after.
Thanks Pan.
You bet!
I’ve seen a lot of engine bay detailing videos and this one is by far, BY FAR, the best video out there. Thanks Pan.
I really appreciate that Max! 🙌🏻
Pan you're the Bob Ross of car detailing! After watching your video you gave me confidence to clean my engine bay and it turned out well! Thanks!
Great to hear!
6:02 After I clean my engine on my 2020 Toyota Camry and let it dry . I liberally spray 303 Protectant , all over the engine compartment and let it soak in . Never any streaking / staining issues , etc. I do this about twice a year to help rubber and plastic components resist cracking and fading . Then about a month later I will clean the engine again , as the 303 Protectant attracts surface dirt . Best time I think is during hot spring and summer . That allows the 303 Protectant to be really absorbed the best . My air intake is open , so I stuff a microfiber towel in it to prevent water from getting inside
Fantastic step by step guide on how to detail the engine bay of your car! I still remember the first time I detailed the engine bays of both my cars. It was a little intimidating at first, but by following your amazing instructions it was a breeze and so much fun🥳. Absolutely loved the first person view👌🏻. Stellar work Pan!
Glad you liked it! And yeah I tried to film a bit differently this time with the GoPro! :)
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That alkaline stuff is caustic and a good electrical conductor. So probably more precautions would be needed for older cars. Also the brake fluid is hydroscopic and its reservoir cap usually have a little hole that one might not want to wash with pressure.
Feels great when I have the time to clean my whole car, including the engine. Thanks Pan!
True that!
You bet!
Love when you talk about keeping it fun. I'm still a weekend warrior and I get excited i get to work on an SUV first thing in the morning. Love what i do , can't wait to be full time.
You can do it!
You truly are an inspiration and a master of instructional detail videos. Because of your videos I have gotten back into my passion for cleaning and detailing not only on my own pride and joy truck but family friends and some real customers! I thank you sir! its such a great satisfaction seeing the before and after and thats why I love detailing
Great to hear! Thanks Mike!
I use Optimum Power Clean and steam to clean engine bays, along with microfibers and assorted brushes. I've used my old wheel woolies to clean some of the "less accessible" areas of engine bays. I blow them dry afterward. Another thing to consider is to block the air intakes to keep excess water from entering. For cold air induction systems, I wrap a gallon size ziploc bag around the air filter.
One of my favorite things is to do my engine bays. I pretty much do what you do except I haven't used the Koch Chemie active foam. That will be on my next buy list. Thanks again, great stuff.
Thanks JLB!
Thanks Pan! It was great to meet you at SEMA. I always look forward to drinking coffee and watching your videos on a Saturday morning.
I have over 20 years of auto repair experience. And agree that most things built after 2005 should handle these steps pretty well. Never use a garden hose, avoid high pressure contact from both washer and compressed air. You don’t want to force water past the weather pack seals. And of course, use common sense and look the engine over first. I would also watch out for labels fixed to plastic parts. They come off easily with water and dirt if not being careful. Same with powerful degreasers on painted engine covers.
Thanks JJ! It was nice meeting you too. I love the "Pan and coffee" morning routine! :)
I am a female driver you just gave me confidence to do it myself...well done!
That's nice to hear, thanks Nandi! I want to make detailing fun and accessible to everyone. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 895,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
How did you discover my channel by the way?
@@PanTheOrganizer you tube was just looking for ideas to do it myself and I saw that your video was the latest...so hear we are..
👍🏻 Also, I highly recommend that you watch my Detailing 101 series for beginners, where I explain different steps like iron removers, clay bar, polishing, protection, etc. It's super simple once you understand the basics, and your car will look and feel 100x better!
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Me too!! It's a little intimidating but I'm following his lead! 🤗
@@PanTheOrganizerThanks so much!!! 🤗
in your last engine bay video i mentioned blowing off/vaccuming the engine bay prior to cleaning im very glad to see you now include it in your own cleaning routine i love that as a community we all grow together, as usual this is another amazing video i can't wait for the next one!
Thanks CB! Just to clarify though, in my previous engine bay detailing tutorial in April of 2021, I already had shown using a blower before starting the cleaning process... Here: th-cam.com/video/R5ZbroMTULM/w-d-xo.html
Just couldn’t let him have it eh? Lol
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Your detailing expertise is without question the best. Your attention to detail and thorough explanation without BS is appreciated. I am one of your 1% who watch and learn from your videos as a DIY guy. Keep up the great work.
Thanks! How did you discover my channel?
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@@PanTheOrganizer I have been watching you on TH-cam for a couple of years. I love washing and detailing my cars. I find it so pleasurable.
I totally understand you. Detailing is relaxing and therapeutic for me too! 👍🏻
Nice video as always Pan. I got a suggestion for a future video. We all want the perfect paint for our car but one thing we cant escape is winter and snow removal. Id like to see a test of various snow brushes and finally be able to pick one thats easy on the paint.
Coming soon! ;)
I love Hyper dressing. Being able to control the gloss level is amazing but Motorplast is hard to beat. I coated everything with Vonixx V-Energy engine bay ceramic coating and maintain it with Motorplast. It 95 percent self levels, isn't too glossy, lasts a long time and actually protects more than just the plastic. Phenomenal product IMO
TY Pan loved this engine detail video, I do pretty much as you did to detail my engine with similar products available here in Australia except on the hood/bonnet, there i find it much easier to use damp/wet micro fibre towels after spraying the metal areas to wipe off any dust and then vacuum the material sound proofing. I do it that way as i don't like to get a lot of water on that area. Loved this mate as so many as you said tell you DON'T DO IT!! you will cause issues, well I have never had an issue detail the engine bay and my mechanic loves me for it makes it a joy for him to work on and shows i care.
Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘❤❤👍👍👍👍
There you go mate!
I’m happy that this method is working for you. Personally, I feel uncomfortable with this much fluid rinsed under pressure near electrical connections/components.
Rightly so.
Thank You, Pan! I've cleaned many engines in nearly 52 years. Lots of different ways to do it. We can always learn more. My Z06 needs the engine cleaned. I miss that OEM look(it's dirty). It's 70* in CT now, might have to take advantage of that as these types of temperatures will not last long! Have a fun weekend.
Thanks Jay! You too!! A clean Z06 engine sounds so much better right?!?
@@PanTheOrganizer Oh yes! Every engine that's clean is good!! 😎😬🤘🏽
Cleaning the engine bay is one of the most satisfying things in car detailing. Having a brand new looking engine bay is such a good feeling and is functionally good for detecting oil/coolant leaks and issues as they pop up.
Edit: 11:50 LOL I wrote this comment like 5 seconds before hearing Pan say the same that's hilarious.
Couldn't agree more!
Yup. My fave part of washing cars and trucks. Also my fave part of vehicles to watch get cleaned. Great video Pan.
I'm a fan of VRP. Next time I'm going to dilute it and spray it.
Thanks!
I've always wanted to detail vehicles as a side gig but I was always afraid of not offering this service but now this video gave me confidence.
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The engine came out very nice! I've cleaned a couple engines and have had no issues so far. Just take your time and use common sense like you said.
Riiight!?? Common sense.
There you go! You got it.
Awesome results. Have been cleaning engine bay in my cars for decades without problems.
Thank you!
La légende dit qu'un engine bay propre rend la conduite beaucoup plus agréable🚀
Tout à fait!! :)
Very good job as usual Pan. Very professional including your intro. 👍👍 Also congratulations to getting close to 900,000 subscribers. Keep doing what your doing and 1 million followers is just around the corner.
Thanks Todd! I appreciate the support.
Pan, quite late to reply but this was incredibly helpful. I have always been nervous about cleaning the engine bay on my new cars, but I took the leap of faith. My truck gets rustproofing oil treatment every year, so the grime was severe. I figured it was time to reset and start fresh - and wow! It was quick, easy, and painless. I must say, the KC products you recommended were top tier. Many thanks from over here in the prairies.
Thanks for the feedback! 👍🏻
I drive a hybrid, have you ever tried implementing these steps on a hybrid? Also LOVE the content, as always
hybrid wouldn't be any different
same steps, stay away from orange wires
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Thanks for asking that question cause I was going to ask that, i have a 21 Accord Hybrid Touring and I was wondering the same thing.
Good question. I have a Toyota Avalon hybrid and was wondering the same thing.
My lawn mower which gets extremely dirty recommends never spraying water into the engine and only cleaning when needed. Also I sprayed my car engine once and the car immediately had trouble running because water got into the coils.
Always enjoy your videos. Have been purchasing your recommended products and really taken my car care to the next level. Appreciate your wisdom!
Much appreciated!
Pam, just a comment, for older cars with more exposed metal, how do you keep the chrome/iron parts shiny after degreaser, protected? This clip and your chosen products works well for a modern car with a lot more pastics/rubber hoses. What would you use to shine and protect the main engine hub?
Pan, it is always soooo satisfying to lift the hood and have it look as good as the rest of the car. I just did my pre-winter clean and coated with Seal&Shine. Twice a year [for me] keeps things looking very tidy with the degree of difficulty and time consumption to a minimum. Patience and a bit of persistence on the initial deep clean then as you say "practice" can keep maintenance to a short time. Not to mention potential resale value! Gr8 vid! Shine on you crazy diamond!
There you go! :)
I drive an '07 Silverado and the engine bay looks better than new, even with 211,000 miles on it. I've never had any issues after cleaning the engine bay and I don't take any extraordinary precautions..........................I just don't get stupid with the hose or the pressure washer. Great video
Well said. People need to use common sense and take their time to do a proper job and they’ll be fine.
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
What an awesome video, the patience of how you explained every single step and how you emphasize on the caution or dangers areas is amazing
I’m definitely saving this video for future use on my archives, thank you 🙏 Pan
Thanks for the positive feedback Joe!
Wow this video is right on time. I was just looking at the engine bay of my 2020 model year car thinking that it is time to detail the engine bay before it gets too out of hand.
Yeah regular maintenance is key.
Thanks Pan, great video once again. You know, I am thinking of unsubscribing from all the other detailing channels because I love the way you explain everything so well plus you seem to be doing videos of everything we need. Could I make a suggestion? Would you consider doing a "Old Car" series where you bring back an older car, say 10-15 year old car as a challenge back to new? New cars are a lot easier to maintain like your girlfriends car which is only a year old but I would enjoy seeing you challenge yourself with a neglected older car. Thanks for Oz.
Thanks for the kind words Padma! I truly appreciate it. I mainly detail new and higher end cars as my customer base has a bigger budget.
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You're the best! One of my favorite hobbies is washing my car; I just moved to North Dakota! Never been in snow, and I feel so dirty when my car is dirty! Can't wait for the snow to disappear
Thanks! How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 865,000 subscribers and we have almost 110 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great video as always. Still I'm not sure that using the pressure washer is safe. Instead I always use a couple of brushes and microfiber towels to do the job. It takes a bit more time but i think it safer that way and preventing any risk caused by water getting to some electrical parts, etc.
You do as you wish. I have pretty much always used a pressure washer and never once had any issue or feedback afterwards that something went wrong. Again, common sense. Also, a pressure washer uses less water compared to a garden hose. So although it seems like you're using a lot of water, you're actually using way less compared to a regular garden hose setup.
@@PanTheOrganizer LOL. Ivan is using a $20 garden hose that uses more water, while you’re using a $1500 pressure washer that uses less water. Ivan has saved himself a lot of money by using a little bit more water. Go Ivan.
Actually it’s quite safe to use the pressure washer if you are using common sense, staying below 2000 psi, and always keep the sprayer moving as Pan says. Dealers use it and professional detailers have been using pressure washers for a long time now.
If water getting into the engine bay was an issue, we’d have issues every time it rains or we run through standing water. The only issue I can see is if you get too close with a pressure washer. If you use a fan spray and stay at a sufficient distance, you’ll use much less water with a pressure washer than a garden hose. However; like Pan said: you do you.
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@@CageyLeigh 1500$ for a pressure washer? Umm you know u can get one for 100 right LOL
In turkey we covered alternator and computer unit with nylon bag. And we put high pressure gas, kerosene or diesel . Wait 5 minutes we do vacuum everywhere and done.
Awesome video! I was always scared to wash my engine bay, but after seeing your video I understand the detail and ease with practice it’s possible 👍🏼
There you go! :)
Just got some Koch Chemie products including the Gsf and Gs. I love how you can make the “active foam” by adding 10-30ml greenstar to the foam cannon mixture with the Gentle Snow Foam via directions on bottle! Have successfully detailed 2 engine bays so far! Just started my Detailing Business!
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I LOVE cleaning engine bays! I have a 2013 Explorer Sport that is basically a "backup" vehicle, and I cleaned its engine bay recently. It is getting dusty from sitting with the hood open (battery tender), and I want to detail it again, since it looks so amazing when it is freshly cleaned.
Thanks for sharing!
I thought it was already clean, then you cleaned it...WOW! What a difference 👌
😁👍🏻💪🏻
Pretty much one of the best videos I have watched. It was very well straight into detail/steps. Thank you Pan !
Thanks Matthew! I appreciate the feedback!
Is this safe to do with a hybrid?
When it comes to hybrid engines, most of the common sense and tips are similar to regular engine bays, with a few slight tweaks.
Here are some videos that give more details:
Toyota Prius engine bay: th-cam.com/video/UQhrIEYwW9E/w-d-xo.html
General hybrid engine bay cleaning tips: th-cam.com/video/AHosBEZAHPY/w-d-xo.html
General tips: th-cam.com/video/X_cwN4ljpG8/w-d-xo.html
Love your channel and been subscribed for several years. I soooo want to do this to my '04 Ford F150 because it is so dirty. But Im a 63 yo, single, female and no longer am as confident as I used to be. Nor can I afford to mess something up. But, none the less, I love watching your videos, wishing I was young and brave again lol.
Thanks for the kind words Kathy! You don’t have to go all the way to an engine bay detail. Start with the basics like a good car wash, and build your confidence from there. You can do it!
See my car wash tutorial: th-cam.com/video/7Koj5j2Es5U/w-d-xo.html
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@PanTheOrganizer I can clean everything else. I've learned a ton from you over the years. I just don't dare clean under the hood lol. But thank you for responding, I wasn't expecting that 🙂
Hehe no worries. I'm the only big detailing channel that actually takes the time to respond to viewers on a daily basis. I won't lie though, it can get overwhelming as you can imagine with an audience this size, I spend up to 4 hours every day just responding to thousands of TH-cam comments, but I try my best to stay connected with my viewers, as I like to make sure detailing is accessible for everyone to enjoy. :)
This is a fantastic walkthrough! I love 1:36 part! Words from people can be very intimidating! Experience and hands on make the total different! Thanks for sharing
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I adore this Chanel. And I remember as I applied for a help to PAN and he explained me easily directly here what to do.
Thanks Vladimir! 😁🙌🏻
Engine bay cleaning never crossed my mind until now, and now I want to do it! Thanks again for the helpful tips Pan!!
You can do it!
One of my favorite videos of yours…do it the easy way! Thank you for this one.
Thanks Scott!
Hi Pan. Great detail on the video. Quick question have ever used Simple Green cleaner on any of your project. Any pros or cons.
Jim
Thanks James! I don't use Simple Green as an APC on cars personally (I use it to clean my garage floors sometimes), but I know many who like using it for different tasks like cleaning wheels and tires.
Beautiful turnaround on Isabellas suv. I actually did this about a month ago, took the vehicle to krown rust control & they messed it up a bit. Touched up the vehicle again and all is good. Perfect tutorial pan. 👍🇨🇦
Thanks! 😁
This is amazing. I have always wanted to clean my engine and have been intimidated. Not the case any longer. Thank you for your time and energy here!
You're welcome! How did you discover my channel by the way Cole?
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What abou a 20 yr old trailblazer engine bay that has never been washed?? How can I know what to cover and what not, I really want to clean it but afraid I'm going to mess it up 😟
You just have to be more careful, and perhaps use a garden hose in that situation, instead of a pressure washer. Cover any exposed electronics like the main computer, or alternator, or fuse box. Don't focus the stream of water on the same spot for many seconds. Keep the wand moving and sweeping across the engine bay.
Or, you could avoid using water altogether, by just purchasing a waterless wash type product. Spray that liberally all around the engine bay, and use detailing brushes to agitate, and then mop up and wipe with old microfiber towels. And that should still get you a very good result. Here's a quality waterless wash that will work super well: bit.ly/4bFYfRD
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@@PanTheOrganizer thank you 😊
Years ago we used a product called Gunk Engine Degreaser. I just saw they still make it. Powerful stuff.
After leaving the service I honestly didn’t know what I wanted to do lost and confused.. after watching one of your videos I picked it up as a hobby since I love cars and quickly became a hobby and side gig and I love doing it!!💪🏾❤️
Awesome! How did you discover my channel?
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Looking at 21:25 you didn't include the process to get rid of all the overspray. You only mentioned earlier about returning with a microfiber towel. You continued with cleaning the rest of vehicle, came back and we see final result. Then you mention buffing the product. What is the time limit which you must remove/buff all the overspray?
Approximately 30 to 60 min, there’s no rush if you work in the shade or in a garage like I do.
I just discovered your channel and it´s insane that anyone could have access to all this information for free, you got a new follower, thank you!
Glad it was helpful! How did you discover my channel by the way David?
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I wish he had started with dirty engine , but enjoyed the video 😊
Hehe this was by no stretch of the imagination a clean engine bay. Certainly not to detailing obsessed people like me and my viewers. ;)
But what is important in this video is the technique, tools and products. The procedure is the same regardless of the dirt level of the engine bay. A dirtier engine bay just requires more work.
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That's why I enjoyed the video. Thanks!
For people saying it's not safe.
Pan said he has done hundreds of engines details and I've done probably 1000's over 26 years, yes it is safe as long as you take precautions.
The only issue one of my detailer had was because a mechanic forgot to put the fuse box cover back on properly. Besides that,use common sense and don't blast the engine super close,stay 2-3 feet away and keep moving the water media.
There you go!
Great job, I learned a lot. How would I clean an engine bay of a 1967 and 1990 classic car? Thank you
Thanks! I don't detail classic cars, but perhaps check this video: th-cam.com/video/7VmMcuWEXQU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=8pQ6nC86Vcb5q7Zl
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close to my methob but i not use koch foam, GS only,with MP. Thank you, Bravo!
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Same for me detailed my enginebay.... no problem at all, and now it look perfectly fresh again ;-), thx again for the video Pan
Great to hear!
Excellent work Pan! I like using Super Clean for the initial pre spray and a mixture of any APC and high foaming neutral car soap in my foam cannon or IK foam sprayer and apply a heavy rich foam to do it's work. I usually hit everything with my steamer and agitate with brushes and a final rinse. My go to protection is 1:1 dilution ratio of Chemical guys VRP. I will definitely consider your process by eliminating the steam to see if I can get the optimum results.
Thanks Ken!
Nice job pan! 2 quick questions. What if MP overspray gets on the exterior paint? What if it dries on the exterior paint?
When you are done detailing the engine bay, always follow up with washing your car. ;)
Awesome video, I own a 2003 M3 E46 and 2001 Z3 coupe. Those cars are over 20 years old. Makes me nervous to use water. Any tips would be appreciated
Great video! One tip from other mechanics is to spray the rubber hoses and boots around/under the engine with the protectant. That keeps your CV joints and heater hoses from cracking prematurely.
Thanks!
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A big question of mine comes to the air box area. What would you do when someone has a cold air intake? Would you just bag the filter thats exposed as well? Or remove then cover the intake?
Yes you would put a bag over the cold air intake for sure.
Great video, I also use Green Star and Motorplast, but have also used Koch-Chemie Vorreiniger B instead of Green Star as it is my standard pre-wash foam. I was quite nervous the first time, but never had any problem. Motorplast made a never washed 10 years old engine look new. I never dry the engine bay. Keep up the good work, picked up a few new tips here for the next wash
Thanks!
Looks really nice. A general question. Are we doing it for own satisfaction? we clean is only 1/3 of the engine bay. Most of it is well in the engine bay in unreachable areas. Dont we just put on a make up and forget about rest of the body? So what is the point?
I live by the ocean and with all the salt air things rust quickly. What do you recommend to spray on the hood latches and shocks that open the hood itself to protect those types of things from rust/corrosion? Thanks! Great work!
Pan! How do you feel about steam on the engine bay in much worse scenarios? Mud, age, etcetera?
Yes that's a great option for sure! And actually quite safe.
This looks absolutely amazing. It is a newer motor but you can apply this to all engines with a few added tricks for a fresh rejuvenated look.
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@PanTheOrganizer Thank you, I appreciate the warm welcome. I commented on one of your other videos with a few questions about compounds, polishes and supplies.
Excellent video my friend. I feel your joy when the engine bay has that level of clean!
You got that right! How did you discover my channel by the way?
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Goated video. Been looking for a practical video on how to do engine bays properly without damaging anything.
Thanks!
Best engine detail video that I have seen so far. I have three of my own to do. Two of them are very grungy diesel engines. Going to use your Super Clean video and this video to do those. I bet they come out great. Thank you!
Thanks for the positive feedback!
I love your videos! They are super informative and helpful. Car detailing can be a mystery lol. I bet a lot of people would be interested in what kind of car vacuum you use and what you recommend. My old shopvac just didn't have enough power to do a adequate job. Thank you and I appreciate you.
Thanks Ryan. I have a video on my equipment here: th-cam.com/video/AC5noPvHiEg/w-d-xo.html
Pan, after watching this video. I did my first engine bay clean today. It turned out really good. Thank you for the step by step and tips on how to do this. 😂😂😂
Glad it helped
What do you think about using a dielectric water?
Can I use the hilt hamber touch-less foam on the engine bay as a snow foam?
Yes.
Awesome video, one of tools and products I use on my engines is the Tornado Car Cleaning Gun filled with Optimum No Rinse Wash, it worked really well in getting the dirt in all the tight spots around the intakes and electrical boxes when I just wanting to do an engine touch up.
I’m going to give the KOCH CHEMIE | Motorplast a try. I’m always worried about spray products in the engine area for fears of it become a dirt magnet.
Thanks again for the great video and product suggestions!
Thanks Rick!
First when I got into detailing a few years back , I had no idea about pressure washer PSI for cars. I ended up buying a big simoniz gas one at that time. I know its probably overkill for car details, but I've been spraying the vehicles from a distance, not really up close. Just don't want to spend more money on a more suitable one just yet
As long as you don't go over 2000 psi when washing cars, it's fine.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks you, Pan! I always appreciate your replies.
I clean my mustang engine bay after watching your video, i’ve been washing my previous cars engine, but this time i do it properly with this video.
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Do you recommend to start the engine bay first and then move to wheels, body, and then interior?
Always. Engine first, then wheels, then the rest of the car.
See how we do it in this video: th-cam.com/video/E_ck-Hn1AvE/w-d-xo.html
I LOVE engine bay degreasing and detailing! My clients are educated on the benefits and see for themselves the difference it makes. The ultimate goal, especially when running a business, is convincing that client to have this service done every few months. A maintenance detail pays well for both detailer and client!
Thanks for sharing Brandon!
There's literally no reason to do it, but I suppose if it makes you money, have at it.
@@mplslawnguy3389 there's literally several reasons to do it to include cleanliness. Which is, after all, the name of the game. My last client had a major diesel leak in the engine compartment which caused fumes to penetrate into the cabin. Guess that doesn't meet your definition of literal either.
@@gunsnsails Just not something I would do. I’ll wipe it down if it’s excessively dirty. Not a fan of spraying water in there though, especially from a pressure washer.
This makes me feel better. I’m nervous a little bit because my engine is pretty exposed and I didn’t want to mess up anything. I was also nervous about water near headlight connectors. I’m going to start small and do it until I feel way more comfortable.
As well, I’m going to by that mini blower with heat that should save me a ton
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The cleaned engine bay look sick! awesome guide Pan
Thanks 👍
very interesting video about how to clean the engine bay. I have some rust as well in my engine bay, do you have any videos on how to remove the rust? Thanks
Majority of times, can’t remove rust. The metal is rusted, y’all have to replace or re paint
@@michaelof2000 I actually found some items for transforming the rust in metal, have a look at some sprays online
Great video, as always. I've been using a pressure washer and tire shine to detail my engine bay for years with great results. Any issue with this?
If the tire dressing you are using says it's compatible with use as a plastics dressing, then it's ok. But before applying the dressing, you must make sure the surface is clean, hence why we use a degreaser or all purpose cleaner to clean the engine bay.
Can I use my bissell carpet cleaner to clean my hood liner? What are your thoughts? Thanks for your help.
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Super vidéo pour le compartiment moteur !
J'ai justement une anecdote de cette semaine : nous avons eu un organisme du gouvernement qui propose de contrôler des points de sécurité sur les véhicules des salariés de notre entreprise... Près de 2500-3000 tout de même. Arrivé à mon tour ils ouvrent le capot, et je demande ce qu'ils en pensent ? Ils avaient les yeux grands ouverts ! Le plus propre qu'il aient pu voir. 😎
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The Bob Ross of car cleaning. Love this.
Thank you! How did you discover my channel by the way?
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My favorite detail guru. Always my go-to guy whenever I have a question
I appreciate that!
What about the rubber gasket below the windshield wipers? Any special treatment for that or is your spray going to cover that as well. Over time it seems like they dry out and fall apart and never have seen anybody really pay attention to that
Just use some silicone spray on the rubber gaskets, same for the door weatherstripping when you open your doors.