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redline_13000
03-24-2003, 05:10 PM
hey guys, i need to repaint my valve cover. What kind of paint should i use and where can i get it ? anything i should know to make it work and stay on? thanks
BigShow
03-24-2003, 05:13 PM
Have it powder coated.
bol
03-24-2003, 05:19 PM
powercoated or ceramic coating would be best


otherwise high temp engine paint like DupliColor stuff works best
Weapon_R
03-24-2003, 05:30 PM
There's some engine enamel at CDN tire that should work fine.
redline_13000
03-25-2003, 12:10 AM
I used the duplicolor HIGH HEAT stuff, worked great :thumbsup: thanks guys
CLiVE
03-25-2003, 12:15 AM
I used duplicolour high heat as well. It worked fine..

Previously I've used ford engine enamel. You can get it in lots of colours, and it doesn't fade.
redline_13000
03-25-2003, 12:26 AM
how long did it last?
ExtremeSi
03-25-2003, 09:40 AM
Did you have to sand or prep your cover at all first?
CLiVE
03-25-2003, 10:51 AM
Originally posted by ExtremeSi
Did you have to sand or prep your cover at all first?

Yes, most valve covers will have a black wrinkle finish when stock. I polished my valve cover first, 150 grit, then 220, 400, 800, 1500 until smooth.

I have not installed the valve cover yet, so I'm not sure how long the paint lasts. However I have used the same paint on other engine parts, and brake calipers and have not had any problems with pealing/chipping/etc.
gokuu
03-25-2003, 01:43 PM
how easy is it to take the valve cover off? (97 civic si)
Weapon_R
03-25-2003, 02:10 PM
Originally posted by redline_13000
I used the duplicolor HIGH HEAT stuff, worked great :thumbsup: thanks guys



Originally posted by memystealthandi
I used duplicolour high heat as well. It worked fine..

Previously I've used ford engine enamel. You can get it in lots of colours, and it doesn't fade.


fuking ricers....

:rofl:
redline_13000
03-25-2003, 02:13 PM
Originally posted by Weapon_R






fuking ricers....

:rofl:

hey bud, it was your idea to paint my valve cover red, TRYING to make it look like a type r cover :rofl: :rofl: i wanted to paint it black:) now whos the ricer
CLiVE
03-25-2003, 02:33 PM
Originally posted by Weapon_R






fuking ricers....

:rofl:

Line up against me...we'll see who the ricer is.
jaylo
03-25-2003, 06:41 PM
Originally posted by gokuu
how easy is it to take the valve cover off? (97 civic si)

Very easy, I think there's like 7 or more bolts on a d16 valve cover. Though make sure that you clean the area where the valve cover gasket meets the head thoroughly. Also you can check your valve cover gasket condition and you can easily replace it w/ a new one for a low price.

For the valve cover, use an aircraft paint remover, comes right off, then if you want the smooth finish on your new paint sand it w/ a very fine grit 1500-2000.
CLiVE
03-25-2003, 10:08 PM
where can you get the aircraft paint remover...

-R
szw
03-25-2003, 10:35 PM
How long has the paint lasted on your calipers?
Weapon_R
03-25-2003, 10:45 PM
Originally posted by memystealthandi


Line up against me...we'll see who the ricer is.

In your celica? Sure....
CLiVE
03-25-2003, 11:30 PM
Originally posted by Weapon_R


In your celica? Sure....

haha...:rofl: Didn't see that coming. Its 115?hp can take you on...lol My celica is louder than my stealth though...so it must be fast. lol.


Originally posted by szw


How long has the paint lasted on your calipers?

The paint has been on for about 2 months now, and has been pressure washed about 20 times. No sign of peeling, still looks great.
Daddymax
03-28-2003, 09:31 AM
on my old B16a I didn't prep at all. I just sprayed in VERY light coats till I had it at the right color. Be patient.
jaylo
03-28-2003, 08:39 PM
Originally posted by memystealthandi
where can you get the aircraft paint remover...

-R

I think they have it a CDN Tire if they don't try Auto Value.