engine painting

[WAYNES WORLD]

I'm going to be painting my engine in my diesel pickup truck red.:D

What is the best procedure to follow ?:confused:

Also, can I use some glitter paint over that?:p

Would I have to cure in between coats ?;)

Last but not least, should I clear over the top to make it brighter & longer lasting?:rolleyes:

Thank You,
WAYNES WORLD

[WAYNES WORLD]

Guys,Isn't this where you get some help with the project?:confused:

I thought at least a moderator would chime in?:(

[Dupli-Color-Specialist]

Hey WW we apologize for the delayed reply. This forum is new and I am trying to make it habit to log in on a daily basis. :)

Anyways about your truck engine. All you really need to do is make sure there is NO GREASE on the engine. You must wash the engine down with a good quality degreaser and scrub it with a brush. You may have to repeat this a few times. After that you can apply your color. If you want some glitter effect you can put a topcoat of our Clear Effex FX100. It will act as a clear coat although it isn't a high heat paint. If you want you can try the Effexs in a small area first and run your truck around for a week to see it it discolors. It may not. As far as a clear coat over everything, that is pretty much your call. the paint itself is very durable. Good luck with your project.

[WAYNES WORLD]

Dupli-Color-Specialist,
I appreciate the reply.
I inquired about this since my engine has been totally washed inside & out due to recent maching.:(
I have sprayed all the removable parts , after very careful cleaning with solvent, with 2 coats before a high temp clear top coat.
The special effects paint will wait now for the paint to cure on the engine.
I'm counting on the paint to add luster to my diesel pick up truck.

Thanks,
Wayne

[Dupli-Color-Specialist]

Ok that will work out fine then since your engine has been boiled out from machining. Since the egine is in pieces just do some experimental work on a few of the parts and see how it comes out. Sounds like a fun project. :D

[6t8dart]

Here is a little tip that I learned from engine builders. I recently painted my 383 with the Duplicolor primer and Chrysler Blue engine paint. My engine was dipped and cleaned, but I was told to torch it before I painted it. What is torching? You take a propane torch and pass the flame over every inch of the clean engine's surface. You will visibly see the surface "turn," it becomes duller and dryer appearing, and only takes a few seconds. What this does is it burns off any remaining moisture, deturgents, and oils. At this point the metal is ready to paint, when you are done, the paint will be almost impossible to remove because it is sucked into the pores of the metal. I have painted engines before, if you skip this step, it will not last as long.

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[Dupli-Color-Specialist]

Awesome tip!!!! I will certainly try that. I personally am working on a 1979 Cutlass and dropping in an Olds 403 and have yet to paint the block.