alternator cleaning

[bnpimpn]

just wondering if its ok when im at the car wash to spray that motor cleaning stuff on an alternator, and then rince it off? if an alternator gets direct water on it, it will still work properly right? its a dumb question, oh well haha:laugh:

 

[paranoidTSi]

The alternator can take some liquid, but pooring water on it from a hose is probably a no-no.

 

[bnpimpn]

how should i clean the oil offa my alternator then?

 

[Kinetic Boost]

Id just use a rag. I know they also sell this stuff to clean electrical connections. That when you spray it it dries on the spot and cleans oil and any other type of mess up really good. Not sure what its called though but my dad brought some from work and we use it when theres a dirty electrical part.