Quicksilver Corrosion Guard

wrvond

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Anybody actually do this?
My manual says to "Spray power package components on inside of boat every 2-3 weeks with Quicksilver Corrosion Guard to protect finish from dulling and corrosion. External power package components may also be sprayed."

​I'm hesitant to spray anything on my otherwise very clean engine, especially anything oily.
 

s.hadley81

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I've never use the quiksilver brand but I sprayed my oil pan and bottom of my engine with pb blaster corrosion stop and it collected dirt like crazy! I wound up spraying it with degreaser after about a month because it just made a mess.
 

wrvond

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I've never use the quiksilver brand but I sprayed my oil pan and bottom of my engine with pb blaster corrosion stop and it collected dirt like crazy! I wound up spraying it with degreaser after about a month because it just made a mess.

That's what I'm wanting to avoid.
Though it could be more like fluid film, which I don't think would pick up a bunch of dirt.
 

Scott Danforth

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Fluidfilm or Boeshield are the two things I suggest
 

bspeth

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I use Rem-Oil wipes on my engine before layup,and I haven't had any problem with dirt in there.
 

achris

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Corrosion Guard used to evapoate to a thick dry film, but they changed the formula a few years ago and although it doesn't seem to dry out any more it doesn't 'collect dirt'. I would still recommend it. It's still one of the best corrosion barriers I know. And if you're looking for the best water-proof grease for submerged components, try 'Aqua-shield'. (and when you buy a case, send some my way. ;) We can't buy it in the land of Oz :()

Chris.......
 
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