Does anyone know of a good engine detailer to use that will give that wet/gloss look without turning all the hoses and stuff white? I was looking at cd2 at autozone but decided to get opinions first.

 

ive been using a degreaser from autozone recently with good results
doesnt make it glossy but it does a good job cleaning it up

 

degreaser then some armor-all, works great for me

 

i have used the CD-2 many times with great results, and i have also heard many others on this forum that have used it with great results as well.

 

I'll have to give the CD-2 a shot, I was told to stay away from degresser because it is harmful to my powdercoated items.

 

take a look

use a degreaser like Adam's APC or P21S Autowash

Adam's In and Out Spray for dressing an engine

 

I've had great luck using Optimum Opti-Bond tire gel diluted 1:1 with water. Use your degreaser on the engine to get the surface ready. Then Spraying all plastic and hoses with the Opti bond mix taking a brush and covering all the surfaces. Then letting it set for about 10 mins, taking a cloth and wiping dry. Keeps the engine bay looking wet for weeks depending on the conditions of your enviroment. I have an engine bay I did for a customer around 2 months ago, and it still looks very close to the day I did it. Florida weather, DD, and sits outside mostly. I love it and use it on all my personal vehicles aswell. My 2 cents.