Topic: Best method prep for paint


Gene N.    -- 09-06-2011 @ 1:41 PM
  59AB block best method to prepare engine for paint, presently wire brushing and sanding then clean with what then prime (with what) then finish paint green


jerry.grayson    -- 09-06-2011 @ 1:52 PM
  You must get ALL the rust and oil off first, then paint with the correct green color. No need to prime.


40guy    -- 09-06-2011 @ 2:01 PM
  I would take it somewhere and have it Hot Tanked. I must respectfully disagree on the primer issue. I would use PPG epoxy primer {or equivalent}. Also, the correct color is blue for 46-48,green for earlier.


supereal    -- 09-06-2011 @ 4:21 PM
  We don't prime engines before painting, but it is important to get all the oil film off. A good solvent is carb or brake cleaner. Be careful, as these solvents are usually quite flammable. We use it even if we hot tanked the block.


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