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blazer2007 · 07-02-2009, 10:09 AM

am trying to clean al. intake that is still on the truck,gets gas and dirt build up,trying to find something to clean it with without going to pressure washer.I want that new look back

Mr.Scary · 09-09-2009, 05:11 PM

Me too i have the exact same problem. Anybody out there Help, Help, Help!!!!!

piecesparts · 09-09-2009, 10:10 PM

I have gone so far aas to use an aluminum wheel cleaner to clean the pores of the intake out. That was while it was on the motor. HOWEVER, you have to protect ANYTHING that is painted--due to the acid base.

okndnx · 11-15-2009, 11:23 PM

try windex

Sinister · 11-16-2009, 03:47 PM

http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_...cleantips.html

72BlckButy · 11-16-2009, 04:06 PM

Refer to this thread... I'm curious if these products could be used on an intake. Mudder, any experience?

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=369277

72BlckButy · 11-16-2009, 04:11 PM

This link too...

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=355684

hotrod 80 · 11-21-2009, 07:50 PM

I guess i'll try the purple power on my intake and post up before and afters . seems like the sand cast is rough , but i'll try it .

Myself · 12-24-2009, 10:05 PM

I can tell you from experience that any of the degreasers will work great. BUT!!! Don't use them if you have a shiny carb. It will be dull grey after you're done. Undiluted simple green and a 1" paintbrush with the bristles cut down will work wonders. And it won't dull the carb.

hotrod 80 · 12-25-2009, 09:15 AM

The intake is not installed . I would also like to add some shine to it .

Hottrucks · 12-25-2009, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myself

I can tell you from experience that any of the degreasers will work great. BUT!!! Don't use them if you have a shiny carb. It will be dull grey after you're done. Undiluted simple green and a 1" paintbrush with the bristles cut down will work wonders. And it won't dull the carb.

i'M A DUMBASS?? so now how do you get your carb shiny again?? yep used the purple power and it peeeld the paint off the block too???

Myself · 12-28-2009, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Hottrucks

i'M A DUMBASS?? so now how do you get your carb shiny again?? yep used the purple power and it peeeld the paint off the block too???

Easiest way will be to remove the carb, you might as well get it fully clean at this point. Use some Mothers aluminum polish (or similar), and painstakingly polish it back out. Q-tips will get you into all the little nooks, but a small felt cone on a dremel will get the job done quicker.

mbgmike · 12-27-2009, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrod 80

I guess i'll try the purple power on my intake and post up before and afters . seems like the sand cast is rough , but i'll try it .

I've used that a bunch. good for cleaning out the carbon and it will make the outside look better, Won't make it look like new however but better

mbgmike · 12-27-2009, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blazer2007

am trying to clean al. intake that is still on the truck,gets gas and dirt build up,trying to find something to clean it with without going to pressure washer.I want that new look back

Edelbrock reccomends some brand of Oxy clean stuff. Its on their website somewhere. Not sure if its for and installed intake however.

Mudder · 12-29-2009, 10:36 AM

I also used a mag wheel cleaner on mine at one time. It worked but wasn't a perfect fix. I would not recomend it to anyone for just the reason stated above. The best and easiest way to clean one is take it off and sand blast it. Once you have it looking good have it clear coated.

You might keep one clean if you never drive your truck or you can go to one of these.

piecesparts · 12-29-2009, 11:23 AM

I have done the clear coat thing and you have to be careful of the type of paint that you choose. If you "rattle-can" the paint, the clear coat will turn slightly yellow after time. I have gone to just getting the intakes powder coated with a silver flake and that lasts for a long time.

ag1972 · 01-11-2010, 11:16 PM

The best thing I have done to clean one so far is glass bead blasting. Be sure you are using glass beads instead of sand though, I have heard sand tears it up really bad since its much more abrasive. Many people thought I got a new intake after they saw it. Here is some before and after pics.

72BlckButy · 01-12-2010, 09:23 AM

That turned out nice ag1972, nice work!

250cows · 01-26-2010, 10:21 PM

Plain vinegar and a toothbrush works pretty good!

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-26-2010, 10:24 PM

If you have it off use acid ment to clean aluminum. For instance find a blue beacon truck wash and have them spray it with their aluminum acid. It will make it look like it was just bead blasted. Just don't leave it on too long or it can discolor in spots(Burn the aluminum and areas will be darker than others).

oldblue1968chevy · 01-27-2010, 07:11 PM

ok gotta ?

eagle one makes an etching mag wheel cleaner..

i use it on my aluminum fourwheeler motor

same for intakes?

will be trying it when I get my used intake (waiting for gentleman to take it off and swap with my steel one

)

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-27-2010, 10:59 PM

I'm betting it would work on the intake as well.

07-02-2009, 10:09 AM	#1
blazer2007 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: vernon b.c. Posts: 3,022	cleaning al. intake ? am trying to clean al. intake that is still on the truck,gets gas and dirt build up,trying to find something to clean it with without going to pressure washer.I want that new look back

09-09-2009, 05:11 PM	#2
Mr.Scary Project Optimus Prime Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 346	Re: cleaning al. intake ? Me too i have the exact same problem. Anybody out there Help, Help, Help!!!!! __________________ 84 SWB work in progress 89 burb 1500 (parts pig) LOL 08 ford focus (I know, I know) Wifes car "I said it b4 and i'll say it agian wiring is my worst enemy":devil:

09-09-2009, 10:10 PM	#3
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I have gone so far aas to use an aluminum wheel cleaner to clean the pores of the intake out. That was while it was on the motor. HOWEVER, you have to protect ANYTHING that is painted--due to the acid base.

11-15-2009, 11:23 PM	#4
okndnx Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Skiatook Oklahoma Posts: 33	Re: cleaning al. intake ? try windex

11-16-2009, 03:47 PM	#5
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: cleaning al. intake ? http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_...cleantips.html __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

11-16-2009, 04:06 PM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: cleaning al. intake ? Refer to this thread... I'm curious if these products could be used on an intake. Mudder, any experience? http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=369277 __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-16-2009, 04:11 PM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: cleaning al. intake ? This link too... http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=355684 __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-21-2009, 07:50 PM	#8
hotrod 80 mini truck racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Baytown , texas Posts: 3,010	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I guess i'll try the purple power on my intake and post up before and afters . seems like the sand cast is rough , but i'll try it . __________________ 1949 5-window 1969 Camaro 1976 Chevy Luv yellow 1978 Chevy Luv Blue 1976 Chevy Luv Black 1979 Firebird Flooded in Harvey 1999 F350 Dually 2005 GMC Sierra 4.8 RCSB 2014 Explorer (wifes) My build :http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399148 Build #2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653583

12-24-2009, 10:05 PM	#9
Myself Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Northern Arkansas Posts: 1,143	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I can tell you from experience that any of the degreasers will work great. BUT!!! Don't use them if you have a shiny carb. It will be dull grey after you're done. Undiluted simple green and a 1" paintbrush with the bristles cut down will work wonders. And it won't dull the carb.

12-25-2009, 09:15 AM	#10
hotrod 80 mini truck racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Baytown , texas Posts: 3,010	Re: cleaning al. intake ? The intake is not installed . I would also like to add some shine to it . __________________ 1949 5-window 1969 Camaro 1976 Chevy Luv yellow 1978 Chevy Luv Blue 1976 Chevy Luv Black 1979 Firebird Flooded in Harvey 1999 F350 Dually 2005 GMC Sierra 4.8 RCSB 2014 Explorer (wifes) My build :http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399148 Build #2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653583

12-29-2009, 10:36 AM	#15
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I also used a mag wheel cleaner on mine at one time. It worked but wasn't a perfect fix. I would not recomend it to anyone for just the reason stated above. The best and easiest way to clean one is take it off and sand blast it. Once you have it looking good have it clear coated. You might keep one clean if you never drive your truck or you can go to one of these. Attached Images

12-29-2009, 11:23 AM	#16
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I have done the clear coat thing and you have to be careful of the type of paint that you choose. If you "rattle-can" the paint, the clear coat will turn slightly yellow after time. I have gone to just getting the intakes powder coated with a silver flake and that lasts for a long time. __________________ Frank

01-11-2010, 11:16 PM	#17
ag1972 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Meadowview, VA Posts: 58	Re: cleaning al. intake ? The best thing I have done to clean one so far is glass bead blasting. Be sure you are using glass beads instead of sand though, I have heard sand tears it up really bad since its much more abrasive. Many people thought I got a new intake after they saw it. Here is some before and after pics.

01-12-2010, 09:23 AM	#18
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: cleaning al. intake ? That turned out nice ag1972, nice work! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-26-2010, 10:21 PM	#19
250cows Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Sneedville, TN Posts: 16	Re: cleaning al. intake ? Plain vinegar and a toothbrush works pretty good!



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01-26-2010, 10:24 PM	#20
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: cleaning al. intake ? If you have it off use acid ment to clean aluminum. For instance find a blue beacon truck wash and have them spray it with their aluminum acid. It will make it look like it was just bead blasted. Just don't leave it on too long or it can discolor in spots(Burn the aluminum and areas will be darker than others). __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

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oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: cleaning al. intake ? ok gotta ? eagle one makes an etching mag wheel cleaner.. i use it on my aluminum fourwheeler motor same for intakes? will be trying it when I get my used intake (waiting for gentleman to take it off and swap with my steel one ) __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-27-2010, 10:59 PM	#22
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: cleaning al. intake ? I'm betting it would work on the intake as well. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

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