painting valve cover
 

QUESTION NOW IS THAT.... is can I use engine enamel for the valve cover or do I have to use high temp paint?

RE: painting valve cover
 

here you go...

https://www.hondacivicforum.com/m_88873/tm.htm

RE: painting valve cover
 

wow me = dumb thanks a bunch

RE: painting valve cover
 

i just had mine sandblasted for 15 bucks then took the high temp paint to it after it was blown off for a good couple coats

RE: painting valve cover
 

Shouldn't you replace your seals and o-rings and all that, before re-assembly?

RE: painting valve cover
 

there are no seals or o-rings, just a gasket that can be reused if in considerable condition. clean the head with some degreaser and install gasket and put a dab of sealant in the corners around the cam housing to keep a good seal.

RE: painting valve cover
 

ya dont forget those corners with the sealer.LOL i did and it leaks :(

still gotta fix that.... but i want to redue mine again so ive been putting it off... LOL

i just soaked my old cover in some diesel fuel for alittle while and kept brushing it till it got clean inside and out.....
and to finish it off some of that GREEN cleaner and a good garden hose ;)

RE: painting valve cover
 

i have painted or polished all of mine. im actually still polishing one right now. ;)

RE: painting valve cover
 

if its a red car with a red engine bay what color would stand out alot and would not look super ricey?

RE: painting valve cover
 

just look at mine