Spraying Engine Parts

[GUN_METAL_GTR32]

ha sau'ers

ive just recieved my cooler and piping in the mail but i want to go a more stealth look so i want to get the cooler and the piping sprayed black but im not sure on where to go i want a nice glossy black finish on them.

do i just take them to a panel beater or some that does powdercoating im not sure

help appreciated

thanks

julz

[NSM033]

hey mate just DIY it much cheaper and easier. if the piping is polished alloy which i assume it is give it a sand with some fine wet and dry sand paper then use wax and greese remover then primer then paint. depending on the primer you may need to give it another quick sand. and try and use good quality as i've found with paint / primer you really do get what you pay for also make sure the paint and primer is all heat resistant. hope this helps and good luck with it.

Edited December 25, 2008 by NSM033

[Mr. Untouchable]

yep spot on, hit it with some 600 grade paper, doesnt need to be wet rubbed.

if you get any nibs in the primer/sealer that are horrorible, get them with some 400-600 grade pape and give it a light scuff and go a dust coat or 2 before hurling it on for that nice flowing gloss finish.

you'd probably pay 40-50 bux per pipe section at a bodyworks.

facing the pipe back, primer sealer or light putty, then prep, clear over base or solid colour, either way it will get a bit pricey.

cheers

Edited December 25, 2008 by Mr. Untouchable

[drive2slide]

The HI TEMP black paint you buy from Bunnings though won't be gloss, it comes out a flat charcoal-ish colour, so have a look around and choose the right paint.

[Bennett]

You should use satin black instead of gloss. More stealth and looks better in my opinion. Ill be painting my cooler and piping satin black soon.