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Offline MY1978

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Under hood spray paint
« on: April 18, 2021, 07:13:48 AM »
I need to repaint my air filter housing and I want to paint my master cylinder.  I may also touch up radiator and engine bay wheel wells.  I want to use a flat black and was wondering about any suggestions for the paint.  Will high heat Rustoleum primer and paint be a good choice?  This is not a show truck, this my driver a few times a week, during nice weather, so do not need any fancy ceramic, high priced, shiny paint.

Thanks
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Offline JohnnyPopper

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Re: Under hood spray paint
« Reply #1 on: April 18, 2021, 05:40:42 PM »
That's a good choice. They also make a satin finish, not shiny but not flat. Subtle.

Make sure you clean surfaces thoroughly, I use brake cleaner on bare metal prior to shooting.

Painters tip: use a blow dryer to gently heat the paint can. Two benefits: paint flows easily, and pressure increases slightly inside the can, causing a finer spray.

I also preheat the surface that I'm painting the same way for the same results.

Post some before and after pics!
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Re: Under hood spray paint
« Reply #2 on: April 18, 2021, 07:34:11 PM »
Thanks and will be sure to post pics.