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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 11:47 AM
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Paint Valve covers....

i am wanting to get my valve covers painted i was just wondering if it would be worth getting it done somewhere or trying it myself. and how much each would cost. so if you can help me out please do!!
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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 12:59 PM
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Re: Paint Valve covers....

pretty much a no brainer , about $10.00 to paint yourself . just clean & proper prep. and a rattle can job can look pretty good . good luck .
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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 01:38 PM
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Re: Paint Valve covers....

Thanks man ill start lookin into it
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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 01:41 PM
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Re: Paint Valve covers....

get some paint stripper, sand paper and heat paint. all can be found at ur local walmart or autozone/pepboys. u can use regular spray paint can but would turn out better if u used heat paint.
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