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Any suggestions for engine paint?

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I pulled my engine from my 1982 Katana and the frame and all the parts are at the powder coater. The engine is quite clean and came out nice after a pressure wash but could use a bit of brightening before getting put back in a sparkling silver frame and getting its new header.

Any suggestions for the brand / color / type of paint? Any tips on painting?

I've heard of some people using brushes and sponges rather than rattle-cans.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Wayne
 
I'm holding a spray can of "VHT HIGH TEMPERATURE ENGINE ENAMEL DRIVE TRAIN PAINT CHEMICAL RESISTANT COATING UP TO 550 F."

Mine's gloss black. Seems to do the job (makes my '82 look like an '83), wasn't cheap.
 
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I used Duplicolor engine paint (color is cast iron). I used three coats of color and two coats of clear. The covers are powder coated with silver vein. Duplicolor works well. Never underestimate the value of proper prep work. After curing a few days it stands up to fuel spills. I left one of my drains open on carb bowl and fuel ran freely onto motor. I wiped it up within a minute so I don't know how it would stand up to prolonged exposure. I'm pleased with the results. I have also used VHT with great results. Only drawback with the VHT I've used is that it has to be cured in an oven for it to be durable.
 
Thanks guys. Chuck, the color on the GS1000 looks perfect.

W
 
I've used a sponge, now I use a brush for touch ups.

Touched up the exhaust ten minutes ago; gonna lace up the boots and go cure it now. (The ride will cure more than just my exhaust paint! :))
 
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