View Full Version : Any tips on cleaning an LS1?
Stanger'66
03-08-2008, 05:24 PM
My friend has an `02 Formula Firebird with an LS1 and he thinks he wants a detail. If it happens it will probably be tomorrow. Is there anything specific I should watch out for when cleaning the engine? I think I remember something about the opti-spark ignition not being able to get wet. What should I cover when cleaning? I plan to use dilluted simple green, agitate it, and spray off, nothing fancy. I will try to post pics in the click and brag if I do end up detailing it, its a pretty cool car.
wannafbody
03-08-2008, 05:49 PM
LS1`s don`t have opti-spark. I`ve wahsed my engine without issue. Put a baggie around the MAF just to be safe.
Stanger'66
03-08-2008, 06:02 PM
Thanks for the quick reply.
imported_hockeyplaya13
03-08-2008, 06:06 PM
I think you should also cover up the air intake and distributor. I wrap anything that even looks electrical in saran wrap. Better safe than sorry.
red4.8
03-08-2008, 07:01 PM
There is no distributor it has coil packs. Just dont spray directly..Should be fine..Post pics.
4get gto
03-08-2008, 07:13 PM
There is no distributor it has coil packs. Just dont spray directly..Should be fine..Post pics.
I wish my car had coil packs that looked JUST like the ones on your avatar. I would never cover them up.............:xyxthumbs
jesselyons2002
03-08-2008, 08:07 PM
I even wash my old transam engine without covering the distrubutor, but I did cover the coil.
SShine
03-08-2008, 08:25 PM
I dont cover anything when I clean an engine, just dont spray directly into the alternator or ECU (if exposed) and you should be fine.
Stanger'66
03-08-2008, 08:29 PM
OK, thanks guys. I am really wanting to do this detail because I love the car. Unfortunately he is on the fence due to the cost. I am only charging $100 because he is a friend of mine. I am doing full interior detail, engine detail, and as much paint correction as my UDM, Menz polishes, and CCS pads can accomplish. I plan on working on it for about 12 hours. How can you complain about $100?!
cajunfirehawk
03-09-2008, 12:23 AM
My brothers over at ls1tech.com can answer this too;
The Proper Cleaning of the LSx engine bay.. - LS1TECH (http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159036&highlight=engine)
cleaning engine bay - LS1TECH (http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=687821&highlight=engine)
And my other brothers over at ls1.com too
Cleaning Engine Bay - LS1 Performance Information (http://www.ls1.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10810)