I have heavy oxidization in my engine (see below). What product/procedures should I use to remove it? Thanks in advance!

 

try CLR... it will work for you or your money back...

 

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

 

I'd probably go after it with the finest scotch-brite pad I could find.

Maybe even some fine steel wool.

 

Step 1: purchase 1 box of generic brillo pads with soap for $2.
Step 2: dip in water, spend 1 to 2 minutes scrubbing intake manifolds
Step 3: rinse

Results:

intake7.jpg
intake4.jpg
intake6.jpg

 

Looks really great. Do you put any protection on it?

cross hair, I would stay away from wire wool as it leaves pieces behind that rust and stain.

 

i use this spray on engine detailer/sealer. a can last about 1 year and cost $6 I think. I can not think of the name of it. if i can remember, i will look when i get home.



Here it is, CD-2 engine detailer. it works great and lasts a long time when you spray it on.

http://www.autozone.com/selectedZip,.../selectZip.htm

 

Looks great- what kind of engine badge is that? Where did you get it?

 

Check here...
https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ad.php?t=16984

 

I like the results from the brillo pads. Does the soap really make a difference -- the issue (I think) is oxidation and not dirt/oil? Second question -- did you use any high heat clear paint to seal it and prevent the oxidation from recurring?

I'm going to give this a try later in the spring. If I get the valve covers clean and shiney, I may just have to paint the SRT6 in contrasting black before I seal them.