how to clean up engine after coolant drain?

kolosy · 12-28-2023, 01:45 PM

installing a new CSF rad and of course there's coolant everywhere. do i need to do anything special to clean up the front of hte motor / accessories? i know coolant isn't great for belts, but not sure if i need to rinse it off or let it air dry...

Helmsman · 12-29-2023, 02:49 AM

Degrease and rinse, will get that sugar out...

Been bursting with high pressure to keep bay clean, no issues during 10 years with the car.

kolosy · 12-29-2023, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Helmsman

Degrease and rinse, will get that sugar out...

Been bursting with high pressure to keep bay clean, no issues during 10 years with the car.

thanks, that's what i ended up doing. hit the belts with compressed air, and some brake clean on the metal bits. no squealing on start so i guess it worked?

KawBoy · 12-29-2023, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Helmsman

Degrease and rinse, will get that sugar out...

Been bursting with high pressure to keep bay clean, no issues during 10 years with the car.

This.

Helmsman · 12-30-2023, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by kolosy

thanks, that's what i ended up doing. hit the belts with compressed air, and some brake clean on the metal bits. no squealing on start so i guess it worked?

Usually have a bit of squealing after clean up, goes away in a blink.

E46XITOE92M3 · 02-19-2024, 07:15 PM

Use a wet vacuum while changing coolant parts and you will not have a mess

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