Need engine detailing help
Hi guys this is related to my V8 conversion thread. I want to do some major detailing to the new engine before installing it. It is currently on my engine stand, The CL500 engine is pretty nice considering it only was on the road for 12 months before the car it was in was totaled. The aluminum has some ugly water spotting on it. I need to know the best way to clean this engine to like new condition and then figure out a way to protect it so that it will stay this way. The water spotting looks a little like whitish corrosion. I am thinking that an acid based cleaner would clear this up and tnen maybe a statin clear engine paint would keep it looking new?
I will also be painting or powder coating the valeve covers and doing something special to the engine cover (haven't decided what yet, silver paint, body color paint, synthetic carbon fiber?)