Engine paint questions

[lineslinger]

POR engine enamel, the stuff isn't cheap but what good paint is.
Once applied and seasoned the coating is like steel. Retains its sheen and repels all the different cleaners, gas, oils etc. without problem.

[cobred]

My past experience with clear over bare metal resulted in rust after about 6 months, even on cars not exposed to rain. A black engine with the aluminum parts left natural is a great look.

[Silverback51]

Originally Posted by cobred

My past experience with clear over bare metal resulted in rust after about 6 months, even on cars not exposed to rain. A black engine with the aluminum parts left natural is a great look.

One thing to consider regarding black paint on an engine. It's difficult to spot oil, or other fluid leaks. They look nice though.

[scales]

If your going to use VHt, I'd suggest spraying a coat of spray can "Etching Primer" on the cleaned surface first. It'll help coverage and make the final finish a lot more durable.

The ultuimate paint finish would be automotive enamel mixed with a hardner, reduced and sprayed from a Preval bottle.


Marty.

[767Jockey]

Originally Posted by lineslinger

POR engine enamel, the stuff isn't cheap but what good paint is.
Once applied and seasoned the coating is like steel. Retains its sheen and repels all the different cleaners, gas, oils etc. without problem.

POR is my other option. Like you said, not cheap, but good stuff. I have to see if it comes in a dark blue. I thought about the black, but I have this stubborn streak in me that likes to be just slightly different. Not much, mind you, as I'm way to old to be a rebel, or at least to try to be. I just like a small detail to differentiate my car from the others.
As far as the clear on bare metal rusting, I didn't know that. Anyone have a resolution to this? Is there a high quality clear that might work? I really like the look of the machined surfaces being left machined as delivered new. As Ross Perot said (not really), "I'm all ears!"