Re: [Chrysler300] powder coating

[Russ Vaughan <russ@xxxx>]

Hi,

I guess I just have to say I am at a loss to
understand why you would want to powdercoat an engine.
Modern engine enamels and single stage urethanes are
more than up to the task. I would doubt the durability
near exhaust ports for one. I think it would make the
engine look "porcelenized" for another. It might be
nice for a Rolls or Dusenberg, but not for a letter
car.
My vote is paint it!

Russ Vaughan



--- Blackbird <hemichrysler@xxxx> wrote:
> Hello. I like powder coating, but I accept that it
> isn't suitable for all
> applications. I am considering whether to powder
> coat a pair of 413
> cylinder heads.
> 
> With the modern powder coatings, I am confident that
> the powder will not
> shed or peel from the heat, especially if etch
> primer is applied beforehand.
> These powders are baked on at something like 200 or
> 300 degrees Centigrade.
> 
> I am not sure, however, about the heat retention
> factor. I know that the
> powder coating will mean that the cylinder heads are
> a little hotter than
> with paint, but I don't know whether the difference
> is significant.
> 
> I intend to powder coat the block, but have not made
> a decision about the
> heads yet.
> 
> Has anyone treated the exterior surfaces of their
> cylinder heads with powder
> coating? Could you report any good or bad
> experiences with powder coated
> heads?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Richard.
> 
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