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There is no point in cleaning the engine compartment until you ensure that the valve cover gaskets are not leaking. The mess from leaking gaskets on my engine and throughout the compartment was spectacular. If you do this, definitely use a torque wrench and observe the specs. Using new copper crush washers for the bolts is also important.
Once you've established no more leaking, I've used mass quantities of brake cleaner (very cheap) to clean everything. My underhood paint responded very well to polishing.
A new hood blanket (both front and back) also makes a difference.
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