First Photos

[dan.oneufer]

Looks well cared for! Like others, I think that color really makes the car look great. The dark colors on these cars just seems to work.

I believe I see LED lights in the grilles. Are those your doing?

[Alfieg23]

Thanks, everyone. I like the Arena Red color and the fact that it is uncommon. Yes, the DRL's were actually an add-on that Pedro installed.

[Alfieg23]

Here are some shots of my engine before and after cleaning.

BEFORE



AFTER




I know our engine bays are not readily seen by anyone other than us, however, I feel better knowing that the engine is clean.

[coolbreeze551]

Wow the engine looks CLEAN! Looks like you painted it lol

Great job, what did you use to clean it?

[Alfieg23]

Thanks, CB551. I cleaned the engine as follows.

1. Cleaned with Fantastik and paper towels, trying to wipe off as much of the dust and grime as possible.
2. I then sprayed the engine with Fantastik and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
3. I then slowly poured hot water over the engine, and then dried it with paper towels.
4. After it was completely dry, I sprayed it with CD-2, which is an engine detailer made by Turtle Wax.

[Bryan topping]

WOW. It looks fantastik!!

[Homeboy981]

I know others have said the "wet look" looks good.


While the engine DOES LOOK shiny, in this pic it does not look clean. It looks splotchy like it has "spotted engine fever" or is that PRIOR to WIPING off? Your Throttle Body is covered in spots!!

I have found that DRY works best. The engine gets a lot of warm air and dust (or whatever is on the road surface) from underneath. It may "bake on" some chemicals if left on. I take a lot of dirt roads, so I have to clean my engine frequently. I have found that using simply WD-40 and then wiping it down does best. Takes more elbow grease but my engine really thanks me for it later! Did you clean your TB inside while you were there?

Congrats on the new car! Love that color combo.