Engine paint

[trekker-zed]

I'm in the process of checking valve shims on the Gpz in readiness for it's big comeback this summer
Needs the cam cover painting ( whole lot does really but it can wait till nxt winter )
The engine was painted years ago and i can't remember with what.
What good aerosol heat proof gloss black is being used these day's and where from.
Thanks.

Just noticed last tax disc sez 03 ! can't believe it's been that long. Oh dear !

[big green bus]

B&Q plasticoat BBQ satin black does not burn off

[saxon46]

b&q bar b cue paint..........painted a lot of my bike engines in this stuff,satin black so not too shiny and heat resistant..............cheap to
or if you wanna spend the money....pj1 engine paint is good also

[Rhencullen]

pj1 engine paint is good also

PJ1 satin black was very good, and widely used on 900Rs, but it is now banned due to it containing something nasty apparently.

This Tech Cote product is a good alternative, that is more resistant to oil and petrol than BBQ paint.

[KeithZ1R]

carefull with the BBQ paint its good stuff but it dont like petrol ! specially if it sits and catches in a well

[zed1015]

Simoniz/Sperex tough black.
This is the closest thing to PJ1 you can get.
The Techcote is shite, I bought 8 cans when PJ1 dissapeared and still have 7 and a half of them on the shelf.
Just whisper "petrol" near it and it falls off even after baking.

[z1bman]

wurth high temperature satin black

[Big Fluff]

Simoniz/Sperex tough black.
This is the closest thing to PJ1 you can get.
The Techcote is shite, I bought 8 cans when PJ1 dissapeared and still have 7 and a half of them on the shelf.
Just whisper "petrol" near it and it falls off even after baking.

Agree with Rob ion all aspects here, the Techcote IMO is indeed shite.
The Siminoz 'Tough Black' is even better that PJ1 I reckon.

[Rhencullen]

The Siminoz 'Tough Black' is even better that PJ1 I reckon.

Will have to give this Simoniz stuff a whirl guys, 'cos I'm sorely missing PJ1. Thanks for the heads up

[dixiethedog]

2pac automotive paint. Its available in any colour and works great on engines.If you look at the german streetfighter scene,they seem to have a thing for (f***ing horrible)orange and other horribly coloured engines.

One of my chops with a 2 pac painted engine.
[img][img]http://i596.photobucket.com/albums/tt50/lindarobjones/chopper%20stuff/102_3295.jpg[/img][/img]

The white parts on the frame were tape to stop any scratches when the engine went in.

[Keefleaf]

Etch prime 1st?

[dixiethedog]

If the surface is bare metal,then yes,id etch prime. If your painting over a good (non lifting/flaking)surface,you can get away with just the 2K (2pac)paint. You could with enough time given,get the same shine on your engine as a set of nicely painted bodywork.

On a slighty off track subject,my good mate Robbie ( http://fumesngears.blogspot.co.uk/ ) preps his engines complete. He uses his mrs' rolling pin chopped up and inserted into the carb rubbers and exhaust ports before blasting the engine with a good power washer with a sand blasting attachment. The attachments are available for about £30-ish,and work a treat. He generally leaves engine in a bare silver,but the engines would paint up beautifully.
Just a thought.

[malmojoe]

here are some options for VHT paints - all designed for use on engine so solvent and abrasive resistant, about £10 a pop, so £20-£30 for an engine:

Duplicolor does a great range in OEM colours with ceramic resins (so good technologies at low prices), think I'm going to try Ford semi-gloss black..
http://www.caswelleurope.co.uk/Duplicolor-High-Heat.htm

VHT Flame proof and engine enamels, again loads of OEM colours:
http://www.caswelleurope.co.uk/Paints_Coatings/high_temperature_coatings.htm

Krylon has a good rep amongst Mustang owners:
http://www.caswelleurope.co.uk/krylon-engine-paint.htm

Most paints made for BBQs and fires work at very high temps, but have no resistance to petrol. Also they are usually matt and go grey. Best use a paint developed for engines. Also it needs to conduct heat away and not insulate your cylinder and head. Not sure primer then 2k is a good idea.

[dixiethedog]

On the prep front I mentioned blasting the engine with a power washer with a sand blasting attachment,just wear your wellies. The carb inlets were blocked with a cut down rolling pin from the kitchen,the exhaust ports i think the same.
[img][img]http://i596.photobucket.com/albums/tt50/lindarobjones/project%20stuff/0005.jpg[/img]

It leaves a lovely surface finish for painting![/img]

[trekker-zed]

On a slighty off track subject,my good mate Robbie ( http://fumesngears.blogspot.co.uk/ ) preps his engines complete. He uses his mrs' rolling pin chopped up and inserted into the carb rubbers and exhaust ports before blasting the engine with a good power washer with a sand blasting attachment. The attachments are available for about £30-ish,and work a treat. He generally leaves engine in a bare silver,but the engines would paint up beautifully.
Just a thought.

Any body else done this sounds like a very time saving way of stripping the old paint off me engine, but i'd be scared of getting sand in it even blocking off as above. Any feedback greatly appreciated.

Thanks for paint advice everyone.