So I posted a couple weeks ago asking for advice on block and valve cover painting. I wanted to say thanks to all those who helped and heres an update
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Primed:
End result:
As for the valve cover I'm going with a metallic blue with white lettering. Considering doing the intake manifold white as well but not sure if it would be overkill.
Block painting update
Re: Block painting update
looks nice, came out really well nice job
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That is sick! I'm kicking myself for just using flat black now....
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Re: Block painting update
I appreciate it! One last question... I see that most people with painted blocks don't have their upper/lower timing covers done and they don't paint their head either... is there a reason for this that I am missing? Could I paint my timing covers and head to match the block safely?
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Re: Block painting update
Bare aluminum dissipates oil heat.... like a boss
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So what you're saying is that the paint would insulate the head in a sense and elevate the oil temp?
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I painted my timing covers, but not the head. I haven't noticed any negative effects from it.
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Not saying it would make a big difference, its just a few degrees that wouldnt be there otherwise.. i like free efficiency!
I moved near the beach, so i painted all that stuff to protect it
I moved near the beach, so i painted all that stuff to protect it
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Looks great! Can always appreciate a clean engine and bay.
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Re: Block painting update
How.does it look now im curious