Which Engine Paint do you like?

[Mixed-up XP]

Denatured alcohol is a very good way to prep any parts that need to be painted.

 

[33 IMP]

Was going to try Bill Hirsch's paint, but...... i couldnt find either of the pre-68 hemi oranges, the race hemi yellow-orange, or the first version less-red street hemi orange.

Search for good stuff continues.....

 

[33 IMP]

I use KBR high temp. They specialize in that stuff.

Looked at Kbs a little better, after Hirsch had nothing. KBS at least has the race hemi orange i need, and has a paint system of products. Gonna give them a try.
(Even less expensive than the three garbage spraycans i got from mopar!)
Thanks @tmaleck !
T, did you buy direct from KBS, or a dealer?

 

[Ghostrider 67]

Epoxy primer VHT High Temp over a thoroughly cleaned block. Two coats then VHT Hemi Orange two coats. Have not run it yet so it might not hold up, we will see...

 

[69 hemibee]

That look sweet. You used their primer? Sprayed everything or brush?

Used their primer and sprayed it both.

 

[tmaleck]

Looked at Kbs a little better, after Hirsch had nothing. KBS at least has the race hemi orange i need, and has a paint system of products. Gonna give them a try.
(Even less expensive than the three garbage spraycans i got from mopar!)
Thanks @tmaleck !
T, did you buy direct from KBS, or a dealer?

I bought direct from KBS. They shipped out pretty fast. I'll agree with Hemibee the primer is key.

 

[wvmarv]

I have a 383 out for repainting and fresh heads. I could use some feedback from those who have had success with engine paints.

I haven't had much luck with the VHT spray. Even with a fresh block washed and degreased engine block. Eventually it bubbles and flakes.

I met someone recently that did like the POR paint. I also saw a YouTube on epoxy engine paint?

What would you do if you had to paint an engine that could not be dipped because I am reusing the assembled short block?

Any advise for prep and paint?

Thanks in advance

KBS Motor Coater Engine Paint Kit used here.
https://www.kbs-coatings.com/motor-coater-kit.html

 

[33 IMP]

@wvmarv, did you spray, or brush? Pint, or quart?

 

[1STMP]

Another vote here for epoxy primer and KBS.
2 coats each-sprayed.

I used VHT on the headers. Works good, but you
have to burn it in. Turns to a light bronze with
heat
.