Detail a/c compressor ?

Tips and tricks for cleaning and detailing
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JohnLynch
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Detail a/c compressor ?

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Anyone know how to clean up the a/c compressor?
93 Cobra Teal/Gray #3223 -Stock (Borla catback)




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Cobra Jet
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Re: Detail a/c compressor ?

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To clean anything in engine bay of a 5.0 -I've always done the following:

Dampen engine bay with some water
Liberally spray Simple Green over engine (let soak throughly for 15 mins)
Rinse with water
Start engine and let it run 10-15 mins w/ hood shut (this will eliminate water residue)
After engine is dry, use a can of WD40 and lightly spray any aluminum/metal components
Start engine - this will burn off any residual WD40 (no, nothing will ignite)

I've never had an issue doing the above - ever. The WD40 helps with eliminating and reducing oxidation on metal surfaces, more so, bare aluminum metal. The metal will retain a factory look as well.

Everyone has a different way of doing things - the above works for me, has been since the mid 80's. :)
- Phil
1994 Cobra coupe SVT #13
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1986Browns
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Re: Detail a/c compressor ?

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Cobra Jet, thanks for the step-by-step! I'll be doing this soon! :beer:
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