Thread: How to deal with oxidizing engine?
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Old Jan 29, 2009 | 10:09 AM
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Default Re: How to deal with oxidizing engine?
I do not think that there is a practical way to remove this oxide with any liquid or paste cleaner. Oxidation like this is removed with the careful use of fine abrasives and the cleaned surface is coated with a protectant. You can achieve the finish you want from matte (easiest) to shiny depending on your time commitment. Or you could just leave it after a quick rub down with fine wet and dry paper.
This oxidation actually protects the surface by shielding it from oxygen. Anodizing is the process of evenly oxidizing aluminum etc and dying the surface oxides.
To oxidize like this the car must have sat in a damp environment for some time, maybe a dealers lot. My block is almost the same and I expect there are many like it.

Try the following site for hints:
http://www.wolfgangcarcare.com/wolfg...-polishes.html
 
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