Alright i want to paint my engine cover either red, blue or white, does anyone know what paint i should use to paint it and is it hard to do?

 

Not hard to do at all. I would recommend some high temp paint but it's not necessary.

 

so what kind of paint should i get , and do i have to do anything special

 

duplicolor high temp enamel......just remove the cover..sand if you want the paint to stick then hit it with some clear coat to protect....

 

Anything that needs paint, I think you know who to ask.

 

krylon fusion

 

Mr_P wrote:
I know that you are a paint master so I would like you input on painting the plastic valve cover. What products would you recommend, mainly ones at the local auto parts store like Duplicolor. I know to first use the adhesion promoter, but would regular Duplicolor paint hold up in the heat or do I need to use the high heat stuff? And if the regular will work would the enamel base or lacquer based be best? I am planning on painting it white with black borders and lettering and putting black vinyl decals on it. Now with the decals, should I apply them first then clear coat over the whole thing (for more durability?) or clear coat first then apply the decals?

Thank you very much,
Jeremy


Personally I don't recommend Duplicolor, I prefer real solvent based paint. Don't be fooled with the high heat BS. All paint is designed to withstand heat up to 400 - 600 degrees (it's just a marketing scheme).

I would do this for a clean look:

Clean off engine cover.

Wet sand cover off with 1000 grit (just scuff it up).

Use a wax and grease remover to remove all the crap on there.

Wipe down object with a tack cloth.

Lightly and sporadically apply adhesion promoter ...wait 15 minutes and do the same with primer.

Focus on spraying the letters first (whatever color you want them to be). Let it dry for 15 minutes and apply a second coat. Let the paint dry to the touch. Apply the decals that go over the letters.

Once the letters are masked off spray the cover the color of your choice (two coats, 15 minute dry time between each coat).

Carefully remove the decals and apply a light coat of clear, 15 minute dry time. Followed by 2 medium wet coats. Let it dry for a few hours.

If you absolutely are using that paint...lacquer based.

Kennon

 

ooo ok and can i get all that stuff at pepboys or discount auto parts

 

Yes.

 

alright so can u name the supplies that i have to buy and around how much they are

 

No, been awhile since I have been to a Pep Boys. I do remember seeing all that stuff there though.

 

Listen to Kennon....he is the custom paint master!
and really knows his stuff.

 

i used a montana can cuz i had some left over from a canvas i painted and it worked fine i just clear coated it with duplicolor laquor and its all good still after a month or so