I have the motor out of my s-10 fixing some leaks and want to detail it a little. I would like to paint the motor blue,(same color as the truck)the brackets black and the exhaust manifolds silver-ish. My question is..... what paint will hold up on the motor/exhaust???


Maybe powder coating would be a better choice???


My truck is 18 years old and the clear just starting flaking off and for the most part is in great shape so I thought why not.

 

Cast iron manifolds get HOT - over 600°F.
Powder coating is not the method.
VHT has paint, but it should be cured in place.
Apply, run engine for about ten minutes, let cool over night.
Follow instructions.

 

I would also recommend VHT paint

 

Thanks Guys.....I've got some VHT paint. So fare I've been painting the block and brackets and will get to the exhaust last. I'm waiting on a few gasket. I built the motor 30K miles ago so I'm just cleaning and trying to make it look nice