WelderDave
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Just a quick couple questions. So my engine is very dull, as aluminum and age tend to do, and was thinking, what if I painted the engine in place?
Will the enamel hurt the bike heat wise as an insulator, and
I was thinking of cleaning it with a wire brush and degreaser while te tank, carbs, and seat were off for better access. I’d use a sanding block on the edge of the fins before it dries for a better look. And I’m aware I’d have to let the engine run a while for engine heat to cure the enamel since I wouldn’t be using an oven.
Thoughts or input would greatly be appreciated. Main concern is I don’t want to risk the engine easily overheating as a result of the paint being an insulator.
Or would it be better to just polish the whole thing? Just looks old, because it is, but I want to liven it up a bit.
Will the enamel hurt the bike heat wise as an insulator, and
I was thinking of cleaning it with a wire brush and degreaser while te tank, carbs, and seat were off for better access. I’d use a sanding block on the edge of the fins before it dries for a better look. And I’m aware I’d have to let the engine run a while for engine heat to cure the enamel since I wouldn’t be using an oven.
Thoughts or input would greatly be appreciated. Main concern is I don’t want to risk the engine easily overheating as a result of the paint being an insulator.
Or would it be better to just polish the whole thing? Just looks old, because it is, but I want to liven it up a bit.
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