Paint engine parts
jimbo409
07-22-2006, 09:19 AM
I have a 318 with the silver cast manifold and thermostate housing. I want to know how to spruce this engine up. Can I paint it with something like por15 or use an exhaust manifold paint. thanks Jim
87esir
07-24-2006, 01:56 AM
if your going to paint the exhaust manifold you need to make sure you use a high temp paint. They sell special paint just for that but even it will peel/wear off in time.
If painting other things on the engine just use engine paint from your local auto parts store. If you want an aluminum look try using a cast iron color. I use it and it generally looks more like aluminum than aluminum color paints because their to shinny.
If painting other things on the engine just use engine paint from your local auto parts store. If you want an aluminum look try using a cast iron color. I use it and it generally looks more like aluminum than aluminum color paints because their to shinny.
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