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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 09:45 AM
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Default Temperature-Resistant Gloss Black paint

Hi guys, I just landed a 13 RG and I'm looking to black it out but don't want to drop all the coin on new black parts if there is a good High Temp Gloss Black paint I could use to do it myself. So my question is has anyone ever used something like VHT Paints/Gloss black high temperature Engine Enamel on Rocker Box covers or primary? Is this even a option or do I need to bite the bullet and just buy all the parts black?
Post some Pics if you painted your own and with what type of paint if you don't mind.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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You would be better off taking your parts off and letting a powder coater do the work.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 11:59 AM
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Go to a local auto parts store
There's some paint made for headers and engine blocks that can easily hold up to the heat
 
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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 12:44 PM
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I painted my primary inspection cover semi gloss black, looks great after a year
 
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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 12:54 PM
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+1 on powder coating
 
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Old Oct 2, 2013 | 12:58 PM
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If you're taking them off to paint. The work involved it would be better to get some powder coated and install with stainless fastners. Get some take offs get them coated and sell your chrome ones. Minimal downtime.
 
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