What engine paint did you use?
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I just got back from my machine shop and I was not happy with the quality of the paint on my block. I supplied the paint to him, I used Dupli-Color engine enamel Chrysler Orange (DE 1622) and it came out flat and dull. My machine shop had me come down and look at because he stated that he was not impressed with the quality. There are 3 coats of paint on it now, and the paint came out very thin. He says he will repaint it for free with the orange he stocks (chebby orange) if I would like but, I do not want that, even though they look about the same. What brand are you guys using? Did I just get a "bad can of paint"
[color:"#00FF00"]68 Fastback Barracuda with some stuff[/color]
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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Ya, he has three coats on it so far and it looks so thin, it only looks like he did 1 skim coat. Is there an engine paint that looks good and will cover in a few coats?
[color:"#00FF00"]68 Fastback Barracuda with some stuff[/color]
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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After doing a little research (which I did not have time to do when I posted this) I see I am beating a dead horse. Sorry guys But anyways, There were a couple post that guys used plastikote and it looked a nicer than the Duplicolor. Here was the picture that was posted of plastikote
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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that dupli color hemi orange is what i used stock hemi ornage is not that glossy IMO too glossy and it look chebby orange I painted the vc with rustolium satin black with a brush..they turned out great..but the 35 yr old vc still show there age and rust pitts I have painted the frame,under hood,inside cab,under side of inner fenders with rustolium gloss black with an HVLP gun and it looks very good IMHO I did the 2 cowls and the hood of the stepside with the satin and it looks great also the PPG engine paint IIRC is the good stuff for engines but pricy I kinda like the dull look of the duplicolor hemi orange and used 4 cans on my 440 so far,have a 5th can for touch up as it goes together I will be looking at the rustolium hemi orange for the SB though,just to see what it looks like when done just my but to glossy is chebby colors
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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plasticoat is by far the best spray bomb on the market for color, coverage and durability.
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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You guys are over tkinking this!! Just go to the DODGE dealership and buy FACTORY engine paint across the counter!
If you are referring to the MP paint, lets hope they have addressed the issue of the paint not coming out of the can when sprayed.
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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After reading up on the best spray bombs here on Moparts, I bought a case of the Duplicolor 1622 for my '71 GTX'x 440. I sprayed a set of valve covers after I had them hot tanked and then scuffed, along with a coat of Duplicolor high temp engine primer they look great! Not too dull, not too glossy... The can I used was sooooo much better than the old MP crap.
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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I used the MP paint from the Dealer...Street Hemi Orange...Race was too Dark...(or was it the other way around?!?!?)
My stroker block is getting Dupont sprayed on it. HVLP style...It looks great, it has chemicals in it that make it last longer, and I dont need to clear it. The paint lays down more evenly.
If there was only a way to pour the paint in a can and pressurize it, make my own spray bomb...I would
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Re: What engine paint did you use?
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I used the MP paint from the Dealer...Street Hemi Orange...Race was too Dark...(or was it the other way around?!?!?)
My stroker block is getting Dupont sprayed on it. HVLP style...It looks great, it has chemicals in it that make it last longer, and I dont need to clear it. The paint lays down more evenly.
If there was only a way to pour the paint in a can and pressurize it, make my own spray bomb...I would
Race Hemi Orange is lighter/brighter than Street Hemi Orange. 1957 Omaha Orange is the closest match to Race Hemi Orange that I have found.
You can put automotive paint in spray cans actually...there are a few shops around the St. Louis, MO that do that. I believe it was $19 a can last time we had it done. (Assuming you provide the paint.)
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