Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
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Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
I'd like to have my engine bay cleaned and repainted. Is there any way I can have this done without removing the engine?
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
There really isn't a real big portion of visible color with everything in place. I'm thinking it could be done once the coolant and washer bottles as well as the battery were removed. Cover all looms and a/c lines with wrapped aluminum foil and then an old heavy blanket could be draped over the engine. Tape and mask off the plastic cowl upwards as well as the front quarters and radiator area and a spray job should seem do-able. Anyone tried this idea?
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
dont see why it wouldnt work..id just be worried about overspray so mask it like mad
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
Ive done it before. it doesnt turn out perfect but it turns out pretty well. I am actually going to redo it within the next few weeks.
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
What did you use for paint and what type of finish did you use (semi-gloss, flat etc)? My car is white and I'm looking for the best, closer to stock look until I get the whole car repainted next year.
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
i would also like to know about this. im paying attention!!!
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Re: Is there a way to paint the engine bay without removing the engine?
Heres a link to a thread in which the individual did the work theirself. Looks quite nice.
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto...bay-cheap.html
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto...bay-cheap.html
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