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Post by tsimi on Nov 14, 2015 5:20:00 GMT -5
I would like to know if I can use regular rattle can paint and clear to paint the engine block and CVT cover or do I have to use some heat resistant paint, same one that is used for exhaust pipes?
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Post by 90GTVert on Nov 14, 2015 7:12:19 GMT -5
I've used regular spray paint on the CVT cover before (vented) and it was fine. I haven't painted an engine. If you're going to paint the whole thing, cylinder and all, you'll need a high temp paint for sure.
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Post by tsimi on Nov 14, 2015 7:35:18 GMT -5
90GTVertI don't intend to paint the cylinder itself only the engine block without top end. I don't know how hot does it gets near the cylinder gasket area and the CVT area.
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Post by 90GTVert on Nov 14, 2015 8:02:13 GMT -5
I would guess 150-250F, but that's really a guess. That's not a temp I regularly measure. I'm sure I've aimed the non-contact thermometer at the cases before and that's my best recollection. My 2Ts are kinda out of service ATM or I'd run one and check for you.
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Post by TheAmishSasquatch on Nov 15, 2015 15:08:59 GMT -5
I used high temp engine enamel on my cast Malossi cylinder and CVT cover. Since the Cylinder is cast and needed casting marks and imperfections ground off and other areas needing attention, it made sense to paint versus leaving exposed metal to corrode. The finish has held up very well. There is one spot the has a scuff due to me installing the cylinder before the paint cured; otherwise it looks brand new and I'll touch it up next time I pull the cylinder. The CVT has the same paint as well as several coats of clear.
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Post by thatcrazyguy on Nov 15, 2015 16:29:19 GMT -5
I was told by many mechanics, ranging from atv/mx to street bikes that any engine should be painted by a high heat paint!
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Post by iwiketuddlz on Nov 15, 2015 18:02:17 GMT -5
I used a 600degree clear coat on my entire engine... Exhaust and all..... the only place it came off was about 6in down teh header the rest looks great!!!
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Post by strgazr27 on Nov 15, 2015 18:03:25 GMT -5
Regular rattle can paint can be used on the block if that's all you're painting. Shouldn't see temperatures anywhere near hot enough to create an issue.
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Post by tsimi on Nov 15, 2015 19:17:05 GMT -5
Thanks guys.
Yeah, just the block and the CVT cover, no cylinder or top end parts.
I know things get a bit hot after a few WOT rounds so I am not sure how regular paint can handle a hot CVT cover. I also don't have any clue if the crank area itself is getting hot or not or is it just the cylinder and cylinder head that gets hot?
I can get high temp paint but I have a hard time to get high temp clear.
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Post by strgazr27 on Nov 16, 2015 7:38:38 GMT -5
My CVT cover is sprayed with regular Krylon Satin Black and looks as good as the day I sprayed it. It's gotten toasty a few times but has not had any impact on the paint.
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Post by jkeney on Nov 20, 2015 22:55:53 GMT -5
I painted my valve cover with regular krylon spray paint and it is holding up perfectly for months.
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