Topper wrote: The engine paint looks like it came out great. Can you share any photos/details about your engine painting process?
The engine was very badly oxidized. I used a foaming degreaser a small brass and small stainless steel wire brush, along with a sanding pad. It took some time to thoroughly clean and prep the surface.
I used off the shelf VHT engine enamel. I started with their light gray color. Using very light coats. Finished with their cast Iron color. The reason I used the light gray to coat everything, was to make all areas more visible. As I covered with the darker paint I knew if I was missing or not getting even coverage.
I can say (thanks to a leaking petcock...now replaced, that the paint does okay at resisting gas spilled on it.ere
Gas poured down the side of the engine.
I can tell you that the engine enamel resists gas and oil far better than their 2000 degree header exhaust paint :whistle: tried that on another bike.
