I'm trying to refinish the heater box housing. I remember it was mentioned that glass beading it and clear coating would work. I think Jules posted some pictures. What would be a good clear coat to use to get the right low gloss.

I did a test piece, glass beading gives a nice finish, but I haven't found a suitable clear yet. I tried a few different rattle cans, with poor results. I'm looking for something I can spray with a gun.

Have you tried TremClad Satin clear available at CTC?

Varathane satin finish polyurethane

You can get a small tin at your local hardware store, it's water based you it can be thinned out and shot in a gun