stbxvd

Hey guys,

I did some searching around for this but didn't see any threads so I am likely searching with the wrong terms.

My car's previous owner had a problem with letting things get corroded in the engine bay. So I am in the slow process of undoing the process by replacing parts or cleaning.

My engine intake manifold cover has some corrosion going on at the lettering. I realize its purely a cosmetic problem but its one of those things that will bug me. Are there any ways to clean up the lettering? I have thought about taking a wire brush to it but am concerned about the brush pulling up the paint on the cover surrounding the letters.

Any advice is appreciated.

3gstealth

iTrader: (2)

I'm in the process of doing the same thing. The part you are referring to on the intake manifold is actually just a cover secured by 10 bolts. You can just order a new one online and replace it. I don't think it was too expensive.

stbxvd

I know its just a cover. Its a $50 part though. And really the only thing wrong with it is a small amount of corrosion on the top of the letters. The bolts and the rest of the cover are perfectly fine. I would prefer to just be able to clean it if possible otherwise I will likely just live with it being a little unattractive.