|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
08-26-2019, 05:55 AM | #1 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 2,871
|
engine paint prep
I have Hirsch engine paint for 59L. What prep. is needed other than prep-s0l before painting. Any primer needed ? Thank you Fordbarners.
|
08-26-2019, 07:13 AM | #2 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Sweden
Posts: 3,045
|
Re: engine paint prep
Usually engine paint on cast iron donīt need a primer.
Aluminum and sheetmetal like the oilpan may benefit from it. Etching the surface with something like metalprep will give you an excellent surface for the paint. |
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|
08-26-2019, 04:07 PM | #3 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Christchurch New Zealand
Posts: 1,611
|
Re: engine paint prep
I usually use a rattle can of etch primer as above gives a good grip surface for your engine paint.
Phil NZ |
08-26-2019, 10:33 PM | #4 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 5,067
|
Re: engine paint prep
Depends how much time you want to put into it - and what type of paint you have from Hirsch.
I have used Hirsh's paint - it is decent stuff, but the surface prep is everything. I would try to sand/clean it everyplace you can and use an etching primer, then I'd probably shoot epoxy primer over that . . . then the final color. If you want it to look really good . . . then the prep is key . . . if you're using his rattle can stuff, then it doesn't make a huge difference (other than adhesion). I buy his paint in quarts - then do the above to get the block ready . . . then I spray it on. (Just like I'd paint the rest of the car). Good luck! |
08-26-2019, 10:35 PM | #5 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 5,067
|
Re: engine paint prep
Here is the engine in my 32 Cab - this is with Hirsch paint (I custom mixed the color):
2015-11-07 18.31.02 copy.jpg IMG_1372 copy.jpg |
08-27-2019, 06:35 AM | #6 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 2,871
|
Re: engine paint prep
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)
|
08-28-2019, 12:52 AM | #7 |
Senior Member
|
Re: engine paint prep
I like that color. Think I will paint my engine red, the car will be black with red wheels so I think a red engine will look good
|
08-28-2019, 07:04 AM | #8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Marana Arizona
Posts: 1,776
|
Re: engine paint prep
Neat trick. On small spots that you do not want to paint (bolts, etc) wrap them with aluminum foil instead of masking tape. Easier on and easier off. Chap
|
08-28-2019, 07:56 AM | #9 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 5,067
|
Re: engine paint prep
|
08-28-2019, 09:41 AM | #10 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Wiscasset, Maine
Posts: 1,981
|
Re: engine paint prep
Very nice B&S! Like the color.
Glenn |
|
|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|