What is the best way to clean the Engine cases on 87-90 CBR600F Hurricanes?
What products do you guys recommend? Do you think using a very fine steel wool on the engine cases is a good way to clean the engine cases without leaving marks on them? Im trying to get them to look like new.

Also what products work best to clean out the fuel tank. Old Fuel residue and rust and such? Whats the best way to scrub the inside of the tanks?

Also, is there a way to find out what exact types and colors of paint the factory used to paint the CBR600F Hurricanes?

Thanks

 

First out is the engine in the frame or out of the frame? Bare case or are the guts still inside? If you don't have to worry about anything getting eaten by chemicals (rubber bits / gaskets / wires) any engine degreaser or even carb cleaner will work. Simple Green is also pretty effective.

Big thing about gas tanks is to seal them after cleaning them. I've heard of people using stuff like CLR and some bbs, shaking it to dislodge the rust. But without sealing the tank after, it's just gonna come back... with a vengence. There are various products available to seal a tank. Just it.

Paint: Paint Search :: Color Results - ColorRite

 

as far as the tank, here ya go Northern Auto Parts : Gas Tank Liner Kit Repair Kit Fuel Tank Sealer


i've used that kit on a gs500 that had tons of crap in it, and it worked great. just be careful, there's some serious chemicals involved. its a pretty easy process though

 

i used sea foam, and rocks from a fish tank...put it in and swirl it around alot and dump it out, the little rocks will help remove any loose rust thats in the tank

 

What about if the engine is outta the bike but its still assembled? Im curious as well.

 

Check these vids out... they are in three parts and show how to clean the entire motorcycle.

Clean your Motorcycle - Part 1 - YouTube

Clean your Motorcycle - Part 2 - YouTube

Clean your Motorcycle - Part 3 - YouTube

 

My bad... it was in 5 parts, not three

Clean your Motorcycle - Part 4 - YouTube

Clean your Motorcycle - Part 5 - See how it looks now! - YouTube

 

sweet thanks

 

Been using Gunk since way back in the day...still works great. GUNK

 

you could also use carb cleaner as well. Cleans up the block really nice