Engine bay dressing

[rustypixel]

I`m looking for something to dress up the engine bay a little after a cleaning. I don`t want to spend a lot for this and would like something that I can find at the local auto care stores (AutoZone, Pep Boys) or even Walmart. I`d prefer something with a satin finish and not overly glossy.

Thanks.

[Jesse@Autopia]

My favorite product to use for an engine dressing, would be the Sonus Trim & Motor Kote. You can`t get it at any local stores (that I know of), but you can get it at the Autopia website. We are running 15%off. Here is the link for it: Sonus Trim & Motor Kote (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/son-720.html#.Ve3TMvlVhHw)

[RDKC]

My favorite product to use for an engine dressing, would be the Sonus Trim & Motor Kote. You can`t get it at any local stores (that I know of), but you can get it at the Autopia website. We are running 15%off. Here is the link for it: Sonus Trim & Motor Kote (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/son-720.html#.Ve3TMvlVhHw)

I would also highly recommend it. Works great, lasts, and is ridiculously easy to use. :D

[RaysWay]

My go-to recently has been CarPro PERL.

Quick Engine Detail with BLACKFIRE Waterless Wash + CarPro PERL (http://www.autopia.org/forums/tire-wheel-chassis-and-engine-detailing/181289-updated-quick-engine-detail-blackfire-waterless-wash-carpro-perl.html?highlight=perl)

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It`s available in a 50ml sample size for only $4.99: CarPro PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/perl-protective-coating.html#.Ve3ZgvlViko)

You can dress at least a couple engine bays with 50ml.

[PA DETAILER]

Megs hyper dressing 4:1
Sonus motor kote

But if your looking for OTC just get armor all or any cheap vinyl protectant spray.

Do you have a advanced auto? Get this....

Gunk Engine Brite Engine Protector Shine CEB1: Advance Auto Parts (http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/gunk-engine-brite-engine-protector-shine-ceb1/7080043-P?searchTerm=gunk+engine+protector)

SONUS MOTOR KOTE...http://www.autopia.org/forums/everything-else/181629-sonus-motor-kote.html?highlight=sonus+motor+kote

[bswombaugh]

My go-to recently has been CarPro PERL.

Quick Engine Detail with BLACKFIRE Waterless Wash + CarPro PERL (http://www.autopia.org/forums/tire-wheel-chassis-and-engine-detailing/181289-updated-quick-engine-detail-blackfire-waterless-wash-carpro-perl.html?highlight=perl)

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SM9w4F0XWTg/VWxXXcbM4DI/AAAAAAAAU2I/GtzFO-9L7Mk/s640/IMG_0660.JPG

It`s available in a 50ml sample size for only $4.99: CarPro PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/perl-protective-coating.html#.Ve3ZgvlViko)

You can dress at least a couple engine bays with 50ml.

I agree with using the Perl. I just did an engine and used it at a 1:3 ratio. It really looked great and the customer was very satisified.

[Mike lambert]

Perk will leave white residue after a while, I would get Meguiars satin finish vinyl dressing, then go buy hyperdressing for the future

[Ronkh]

Sonus motor kote
CD-2 (good luck finding it)

[allenk4]

Sonus Motor Kote

Does not attract dust like a regular dressing

Well worth the higher price

[tom p.]

Sonus Motor Kote

[52split]

PERL 1:1...never had residue issues. Been using it consistently on my engine for a couple years now with zero issues.

[XxBoostinxX]

Sonus Trim and Motor Kote. It gives a natural, finished look that is dry to the touch.

I have PERL as well and only use it when I`m out of Sonus. Even at 1:1 it left a greasy feel to me.

[JSFM35X]

Been using polish angel Engine. It works great at cleaning and leave a clean matte shine behind.

[XxBoostinxX]

Been using polish angel Engine. It works great at cleaning and leave a clean matte shine behind.

Pretty interested in this. Is it an AIO? It is pricey (of course), but how much do you use on a typical engine bay?

[Pats300zx]

Can`t go wrong with Hyper Dressing. Reasonably priced and can be diluted for other uses. Sonus is great as well but Ut has a bit of a learning curve.