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Old 08-04-2010, 10:53 PM   #1
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Default Tips On Painting Engine Block

hey guys, while im doing my engine swap i have the chance to paint my engine block before it goes back in, any one got any ideas on how to prep it ready for the paint, or pictures of them painted, as mine never came painted

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Old 08-04-2010, 11:52 PM   #2
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You'd just have to make sure you've cleaned all oil and grease off the block and mask off where you don't want the paint to enter. Use a high temp engine paint and Bob's your mother's brother.
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