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1crosscut · 02-08-2018, 10:51 PM

What if any factory finish was used on exhaust manifolds?

J Franklin · 02-08-2018, 11:33 PM

Rust!

Tom Wesenberg · 02-09-2018, 12:25 AM

VHT Newcast paint is nice and make it look like a new casting.

BILL WILLIAMSON · 02-09-2018, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

VHT Newcast paint is nice and make it look like a new casting.

Tom,
On Vermin, I used "CAST-BLAST" with a 3 Year "curing" time. Anxious to find out from his new owner, if it held up well
On Minervas' Old stock exhaust system, sanded it with 180 Grit Emery Cloth & did the WHOLE thing with CAST-BLAST. "Someone"??? asked, "What did the NEW exhaust set you back"?
Bill Warmincalifornia

jwilliams81 · 02-09-2018, 08:40 AM

I used Seymour Cast Blast.
Cured in the oven.

http://www.seymourpaint.com/product/cast-blast/
https://www.amazon.com/Seymour-16-26..._&dpSrc=detail

1crosscut · 02-09-2018, 08:53 AM

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I've used cast blast in the past and have really liked it. Just curious if they did anything with them or sent them out raw.

Jim Baskin III Pa. · 02-09-2018, 08:54 AM

Used this 10yrs ago and mainfold still looks new.Snyders carrys this product

Tom Wesenberg · 02-09-2018, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 1crosscut

I've used cast blast in the past and have really liked it. Just curious if they did anything with them or sent them out raw.

Packard and a few higher end cars had porcelain coated manifolds years ago, but other ordinary cars all came raw cast iron that I know of. I've never seen any cars with painted manifolds from the factory.

jhowes · 02-09-2018, 09:18 AM

Th OP's question seems to be "How did they come out of the factory?" I don't know. Jack

SeaSlugs · 02-09-2018, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1crosscut

I've used cast blast in the past and have really liked it. Just curious if they did anything with them or sent them out raw.

If I remember the judging standards I think they were just raw - maybe a light coat of machine oil to prevent rusting in the factory and until someone bought it. painting or coating seems like an extra step and cost that Henry wouldn't approve of.

Does anyone have a good pic of a manifold painted in cast blast? I will soon be painting my new manifold and am interested in how it turns out. Says it has a wrinkle finish that im not so sure on.

Larry Jenkins · 02-09-2018, 10:23 AM

Many years ago, I painted my exhaust manifold with stainless steel in a spray can. Held up very well. Sorry, don't remember the Brand Name. Google..

BillCNC · 02-09-2018, 10:42 AM

I used VHT's Flame Proof Satin Clear, 1300° - 2000° and shot over a clean brand new manifold with (2) light and (1) medium wet coat. The highest temp in clear I could find.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/v.../sp115/4776745

Regards
Bill

BillCNC · 02-09-2018, 10:43 AM

Sorry, Double post.

Tacoma Bob · 02-09-2018, 11:05 AM

Geez...been so long I don't remember but I think I used a Por 15 high heat product. Looks as good today as it did in 2003.

BILL WILLIAMSON · 02-09-2018, 06:41 PM

My CAST-BLAST wuz NOT wrinkledy! (sp?) I dreamed about doing the block with it & a FAUX Woodgrained Head! (Like the Cigar Store Indian)--LOL--Or how about a Woodgrained Fan Blade?
Bill Smooth

daveymc29 · 02-10-2018, 11:17 PM

Bill, the Cast-Blast is holding up very well. I almost asked you this same question. I don't know where to buy it in the Bay Area. Commies won't let us have any "dangerous" products. When I get my two bladed fan I will wood grain it to look like some white pine of maybe I ought to go with Hickory?

SeaSlugs · 02-10-2018, 11:20 PM

Can you guys post pics of your manifolds that are painted with cast blast and the clear protectant? I'm trying to decide what to do... I appreciate it!

1crosscut · 02-11-2018, 07:59 PM

I'll take a few pictures for you tomorrow. Just finishing one up.

jw hash · 02-12-2018, 12:37 AM

I had my Victoria manifold porcelain zed cast iron, fifteen years ago and it still looks like new cast iron today. it is pretty pricey but it lasts. I used to remove my manifold and muffler every couple years and repaint them. not anymore.

burner31 · 02-12-2018, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaSlugs

Can you guys post pics of your manifolds that are painted with cast blast and the clear protectant? I'm trying to decide what to do... I appreciate it!

About three years ago
And yes I know...the intake is white. I like it like that

SeaSlugs · 02-12-2018, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burner31

About three years ago
And yes I know...the intake is white. I like it like that

Is that cast blast? Looks more like the high heat BBQ paint. My current waffle manifold is painted with that stuff and holding up great but my new repo exhaust manifold id like to keep the cast look to it.

burner31 · 02-12-2018, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaSlugs

Is that cast blast? Looks more like the high heat BBQ paint. My current waffle manifold is painted with that stuff and holding up great but my new repo exhaust manifold id like to keep the cast look to it.

Very good eye there SeaSlug.
Yep, high heat BBQ paint, works great, lasts long and won't break the bank.

Purdy Swoft · 02-12-2018, 01:34 PM

I wire brushed the rust off a used manifold and painted it with Cast Blast . I let the paint cure on the shelf untill I was ready to use it . The manifold still looks purdy good after 12 years . I figured that there was no need in spending much on manifold paint . In some cases the manifold will need replacement before the paint completely fails .

29er · 02-12-2018, 01:50 PM

Anybody use "Calyx Manifold Dressing"? Saw it online and wondered how it compares with other paints mentioned in this thread:

http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/manifold-dressing

1crosscut · 02-12-2018, 09:17 PM

Here is a couple pictures of one I just finished using cast blast.

SeaSlugs · 02-12-2018, 09:35 PM

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oooh shes purdy. Im sold! How did you guys cure it? Ive got all the time in the world as its Feb in central IL. So wont be messing with manifolds till i dont need to wear gloves. Time and letting it sit in a warm house or does it need to be cured in an oven?

Also is 1 can just enough for one manifold? i have 2 manifolds i need to paint and unsure if one can will be enough...

1crosscut · 02-12-2018, 10:07 PM

You can probably do two manifolds with one can. It'll be close.
You can cure it in an oven or a barbecue grill. I use a propane torch and play it over the manifold while checking it with a laser thermometer. You have to get it to at least 400 degrees to cure it. If you get up closer to 500 it will begin to smoke some.
I did my first one in the oven at home. Glad my wife was away on a business trip for a few days. Really stunk up the house.

SeaSlugs · 02-12-2018, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1crosscut

You can probably do two manifolds with one can. It'll be close.
You can cure it in an oven or a barbecue grill. I use a propane torch and play it over the manifold while checking it with a laser thermometer. You have to get it to at least 400 degrees to cure it. If you get up closer to 500 it will begin to smoke some.
I did my first one in the oven at home. Glad my wife was away on a business trip for a few days. Really stunk up the house.

Noted on the oven haha. Hmm i got an old bbq grill that can be used. Has anyone found this stuff in a store? I plan to check Big R, TSC, Farm N Fleet, Ace, and some of the auto parts places. I coulda sworn ive seen it somewhere.

Mike V. Florida · 02-13-2018, 02:31 AM

Nothing was used from the factory. It was plain cast, hence the use of the "cast blast" coating to simulate the look of just cast iron.

SeaSlugs · 02-16-2018, 02:58 PM

https://streettechmag.com/2015/05/04...aust-manifold/

found this article using slip plate - looks nice. Not sure on the longevity or if everytime you touch it comes off on your fingers...

BILL WILLIAMSON · 02-16-2018, 03:14 PM

Model A Suppliers sell CAST-BLAST.

Dan Partain · 02-17-2018, 02:30 PM

I used cast blast on a manifold last summer, here's a photo. It's not a wrinkle finish. I haven't cured it in any way yet, I just put it on the engine which I'll be getting started in a few weeks.

SeaSlugs · 02-17-2018, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Partain

I used cast blast on a manifold last summer, here's a photo. It's not a wrinkle finish. I haven't cured it in any way yet, I just put it on the engine which I'll be getting started in a few weeks.

IS that a special manifold that is missing the bolt holes for the intake? Looks great otherwise

Tom Wesenberg · 02-18-2018, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaSlugs

IS that a special manifold that is missing the bolt holes for the intake? Looks great otherwise

Looks like tape on the area, though I'd paint everything.

Dan Partain · 02-18-2018, 01:16 PM

Yep, masking tape painted with Cast Blast hiding the holes.

02-08-2018, 10:51 PM	#1
1crosscut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,907	Exhaust manifold finish? What if any factory finish was used on exhaust manifolds? __________________ Dave / Lincoln Nebraska

02-08-2018, 11:33 PM	#2
J Franklin Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,958	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Rust!

02-09-2018, 12:25 AM	#3
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? VHT Newcast paint is nice and make it look like a new casting.

02-09-2018, 08:53 AM	#6
1crosscut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,907	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I've used cast blast in the past and have really liked it. Just curious if they did anything with them or sent them out raw. __________________ Dave / Lincoln Nebraska

02-09-2018, 08:54 AM	#7
Jim Baskin III Pa. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lock Haven Pa. Posts: 252	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Used this 10yrs ago and mainfold still looks new.Snyders carrys this product

02-09-2018, 09:18 AM	#9
jhowes Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: upstate NY near Mass border Posts: 789	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Th OP's question seems to be "How did they come out of the factory?" I don't know. Jack

02-09-2018, 10:23 AM	#11
Larry Jenkins BANNED Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: East Central Iowa Posts: 1,275	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Many years ago, I painted my exhaust manifold with stainless steel in a spray can. Held up very well. Sorry, don't remember the Brand Name. Google.. __________________ Good enough.. Isn't.

02-09-2018, 10:43 AM	#13
BillCNC Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: SoCal Desert Posts: 826	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Sorry, Double post.

02-09-2018, 11:05 AM	#14
Tacoma Bob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 1,025	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Geez...been so long I don't remember but I think I used a Por 15 high heat product. Looks as good today as it did in 2003.

02-09-2018, 06:41 PM	#15
BILL WILLIAMSON Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: FRESNO, CA Posts: 12,560	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? My CAST-BLAST wuz NOT wrinkledy! (sp?) I dreamed about doing the block with it & a FAUX Woodgrained Head! (Like the Cigar Store Indian)--LOL--Or how about a Woodgrained Fan Blade? Bill Smooth __________________ "THE ASSISTANT GURU OF STUFF" Last edited by BILL WILLIAMSON; 02-09-2018 at 06:47 PM.

02-10-2018, 11:17 PM	#16
daveymc29 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 1,553	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Bill, the Cast-Blast is holding up very well. I almost asked you this same question. I don't know where to buy it in the Bay Area. Commies won't let us have any "dangerous" products. When I get my two bladed fan I will wood grain it to look like some white pine of maybe I ought to go with Hickory?

02-10-2018, 11:20 PM	#17
SeaSlugs Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central, IL Posts: 3,968	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Can you guys post pics of your manifolds that are painted with cast blast and the clear protectant? I'm trying to decide what to do... I appreciate it! __________________ 1929 Model AA - Need long splash aprons!

02-11-2018, 07:59 PM	#18
1crosscut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,907	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? I'll take a few pictures for you tomorrow. Just finishing one up. __________________ Dave / Lincoln Nebraska

02-12-2018, 12:37 AM	#19
jw hash Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Auburn Washington Posts: 2,552	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? I had my Victoria manifold porcelain zed cast iron, fifteen years ago and it still looks like new cast iron today. it is pretty pricey but it lasts. I used to remove my manifold and muffler every couple years and repaint them. not anymore.

02-12-2018, 01:34 PM	#23
Purdy Swoft Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 8,099	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? I wire brushed the rust off a used manifold and painted it with Cast Blast . I let the paint cure on the shelf untill I was ready to use it . The manifold still looks purdy good after 12 years . I figured that there was no need in spending much on manifold paint . In some cases the manifold will need replacement before the paint completely fails .

02-12-2018, 01:50 PM	#24
29er Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 465	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Anybody use "Calyx Manifold Dressing"? Saw it online and wondered how it compares with other paints mentioned in this thread: http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/manifold-dressing

02-12-2018, 09:35 PM	#26
SeaSlugs Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central, IL Posts: 3,968	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) oooh shes purdy. Im sold! How did you guys cure it? Ive got all the time in the world as its Feb in central IL. So wont be messing with manifolds till i dont need to wear gloves. Time and letting it sit in a warm house or does it need to be cured in an oven? Also is 1 can just enough for one manifold? i have 2 manifolds i need to paint and unsure if one can will be enough... __________________ 1929 Model AA - Need long splash aprons!

02-12-2018, 10:07 PM	#27
1crosscut Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,907	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? You can probably do two manifolds with one can. It'll be close. You can cure it in an oven or a barbecue grill. I use a propane torch and play it over the manifold while checking it with a laser thermometer. You have to get it to at least 400 degrees to cure it. If you get up closer to 500 it will begin to smoke some. I did my first one in the oven at home. Glad my wife was away on a business trip for a few days. Really stunk up the house. __________________ Dave / Lincoln Nebraska

02-13-2018, 02:31 AM	#29
Mike V. Florida Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 14,054	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Nothing was used from the factory. It was plain cast, hence the use of the "cast blast" coating to simulate the look of just cast iron. __________________ What's right about America is that although we have a mess of problems, we have great capacity - intellect and resources - to do some thing about them. - Henry Ford II

02-16-2018, 02:58 PM	#30
SeaSlugs Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central, IL Posts: 3,968	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? https://streettechmag.com/2015/05/04...aust-manifold/ found this article using slip plate - looks nice. Not sure on the longevity or if everytime you touch it comes off on your fingers... __________________ 1929 Model AA - Need long splash aprons!

02-16-2018, 03:14 PM	#31
BILL WILLIAMSON Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: FRESNO, CA Posts: 12,560	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Model A Suppliers sell CAST-BLAST. __________________ "THE ASSISTANT GURU OF STUFF"

02-18-2018, 01:16 PM	#35
Dan Partain Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hangtown, CA Posts: 556	Re: Exhaust manifold finish? Yep, masking tape painted with Cast Blast hiding the holes.

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