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    Engine bay dressing

    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.

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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    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
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    Quote Originally Posted by Jesse@Autopia View Post
    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
    I would also highly recommend it. Works great, lasts, and is ridiculously easy to use.
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    My go-to recently has been CarPro PERL.

    Quick Engine Detail with BLACKFIRE Waterless Wash + CarPro PERL



    It`s available in a 50ml sample size for only $4.99: CarPro PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant

    You can dress at least a couple engine bays with 50ml.
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    Megs hyper dressing 4:1
    Sonus motor kote

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

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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    Quote Originally Posted by Vega@Autopia View Post
    My go-to recently has been CarPro PERL.

    Quick Engine Detail with BLACKFIRE Waterless Wash + CarPro PERL



    It`s available in a 50ml sample size for only $4.99: CarPro PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant

    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.

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    Re: Engine bay dressing

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

    Sonus motor kote
    CD-2 (good luck finding it)
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    Sonus Motor Kote

    Does not attract dust like a regular dressing

    Well worth the higher price

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    Sonus Motor Kote
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

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

    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.
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

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

    Quote Originally Posted by JSFM35X View Post
    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?
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    Re: Engine bay dressing

    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.
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