Would you paint the inside of a valve cover?

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07-02-2009 | 03:15 PM

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rhsj2006

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Originally Posted by jeffswav

You could always get a set of alluminum valve covers. I just sold my old set for $50 on craigslist. Or buy a new set, I have the EMI, CP Perf has several different styles.

Agree, why leave a potential problem around when the permanent fix is so cheap?

07-02-2009 | 05:28 PM

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ljsmith1

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Originally Posted by rhsj2006

Agree, why leave a potential problem around when the permanent fix is so cheap?

Because I want to be in the water tomorrow!

After cleaning up with a wire brush, and brake cleaner, I coated the inside with Permatex rust stopper. This will stop the rusting. The coating is super thin and I honestly dont think that there will be an issue.

Perhaps later this season or next, I'll get a pair of aluminum covers and be done with it.

Thanks for everyone's input!

Happy 4th and safe boating!