Recommendations to freshen up engine hoses

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yamabob217

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Hey guys, I'd like to get your opinions on the best product and or techniques to freshen up the appearance of engine hoses.

My engine bay has always been rather clean. But over time, some of the hoses have accumulated what appears to be water spots. Especially those towards the back of the engine compartment.

So far, I've only tried water and mild soap to clean them. But when they dry, they still look the same.

I was thinking about trying silicone, but I'm afraid that it might become a dust collector.

I'd like to hear what you guys have found to work.

Thanks.
 
Meguiars hyper dressing. I dilute it to the satin finish. Works good and helps the rubber.
 
Silk Shine has been working nice for me.I spray on a old microfiber towel and wipe on dry to touch,wet to my eyes and stays clean.
 
Spray either Meguiars hyper dressing on them, or silk shine. Both work great but you can get a lot more out of hyper dressing
 
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Hello I am not very good with computers but you can see the pictures of the Silk Shine in the Show and Shine area.I posted on 4-27-15 with the help of my stepson.I just did a touch-up and can say 6 months was still nice.Just had the A service done at the dealer and the mechanic said he would like to know how to get his to look so new. They really respect your ride when they see it looks so clean.I could not find a single drop of fluid spill or grease smudge from hands.I have had great service at Mercedes of Pembroke Pines thanks to what I have learned on this forum.
P.S. on a funny note first time I saw your screen name I read oatmeal in my wallet. It was late at night and I was hungry and tired.
 
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Here ya go... just finished the engine today.. it was nasty..

Megs hyper dressing satin mixture.

It works perfect for the rubber intake boot and radiator hoses.


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Optimum Power Clean and agitate well (i mist with ONR wash dilution or water to extended working time and prevent drying), rinse well, blow off and depending on how it looks undressed, possibly dress with 4:1 HD.
 
Clean the hoses with Meguiar's M39.

Afterwards:
Dress them with a "water-based" product such as:
•Optimum Opti-Bond
•303 AP


Bob
 
Thanks for all the tips and suggestions. I ended up going with Silk Shine per wing commanders advice. After watching a video, I also purchased the Nonsense All Surface Cleaner as Chemical Guys recommended using before applying Silk Shine.

After cleaning the problem areas with Nonsense, I found that that alone returned the problem areas back to their original condition. I have yet to apply the Silk Shine. At this point, I'm not sure if I'm going to go that far. I kind of like the OEM appearance.
 
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