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Corbs 08-20-2006 08:25 AM

Where to get custom colored engine paint?
 
I'm having a new 540 put together and want to paint it to match the colors on my boat. The color I need is a Dark Pink/Magenta. I've looked at Duplicolor, Krylon and Plastikote but don't see a color even close to this listed for engine enamel. Would an automotive paint supply shop be able to mix an engine enamel? Have any of you used other types of paint on engines with success? I'm assuming I need to use a high temp paint (500 degree).
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

JETBOAT BRIAN 08-20-2006 03:26 PM

Re: Where to get custom colored engine paint?
 
I have painted all the engines in my boats with the same base clear urethane I use on cars I paint....headers too....as long as they are water jacketed......the green engine and headers at the time this pic was taken has over 100 hrs on it...

any jobber can match any color you wish...

http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...SCF0007yu1.jpg

http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...DSCF0082ll.jpg

Audiofn 08-21-2006 08:01 AM

Re: Where to get custom colored engine paint?
 
Most paint shops can color eye the color you want for a custom paint mix.

Corbs 08-21-2006 01:41 PM

Re: Where to get custom colored engine paint?
 
Nice looking motor. Thanks for the info. So what you are saying is I don't need to use a high temp paint. Are there any paints I shouldn't use (one that could cause a fire)? I'm only going to paint the block, heads and intake, not the exhaust.
Thanks again.

JETBOAT BRIAN 08-21-2006 07:08 PM

Re: Where to get custom colored engine paint?
 
I would not use laquer.....use modern base/ clear catalyzed acrylic urethane...

Hensleyanthony 05-16-2020 12:05 PM

Need a custom color made
 
Where can I get a custom color made for engines trying to get a sattle color to match my 63 Impala interior
I I have spoke with multiple body shops in multiple places that make automotive paint they said that it is not possible any help would be greatly appreciated

Padraig 05-16-2020 01:01 PM

Somewhere there is an excellent thread on painting engines and what to use. I do remember that Eddie Young participated in it.

Padraig


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