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Engine spray paint ??
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Drifting
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From: Lake Arrowhead - Georgia > 72 Base Coupe & 74 BB Roadster
Engine spray paint ??
I have stripped the several layers of paint off my 36 year old big block valve covers. Any recommendations on the best brand or type of chevy orange paint? Also....is it a good idea to prime them first....or just spray orange?
Thanks.........
Thanks.........
Racer
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From: Parkesburg PA
Yes, primer is a must as far as I'm concerned! As far as the orange, I like Plastikote. They make a great rattle can paint in Chevy orange and as long as you do several thin coats, you will be VERY pleased. REMEMBER....several THIN coats, otherwise it runs like water! -Neal
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Yes, primer is a must as far as I'm concerned! As far as the orange, I like Plastikote. They make a great rattle can paint in Chevy orange and as long as you do several thin coats, you will be VERY pleased. REMEMBER....several THIN coats, otherwise it runs like water! -Neal
Dupli-Color engine enamel is my favorite paint though.....Also, after the final coat I like to bake them in the oven at about 250 for a few minutes.....
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Last edited by SEVNT6; Mar 7, 2010 at 11:40 PM.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Fl
Mark IV engines were not primed in Tonawanda...
If you want factory look and coverage.
I used the engine paint from Quanta Products.
Dead nuts correct in tint. The stuff you can get at Autozone etc. is WAY to glossy and has to much red tint.
If you want factory look and coverage.
I used the engine paint from Quanta Products.
Dead nuts correct in tint. The stuff you can get at Autozone etc. is WAY to glossy and has to much red tint.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: WNY
I just had my valvecovers powder coated, and there was a color VERY similar to chevy orange available - If you have a shop near by I would highly reccomend going and asking them about it. It is much more durable and well worth the cost.
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