February 25, 200818 yr comment_229837 hey.. i want to spray my head black is it as simple as removing the head painting it n putting it back on.. i know i need to use a certain type of paint etc.. removing the head - is it just taking out the two bolt on the top of the head at either end?? I'm very new to cars but I'm getting along.. :P cheers Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229844 You will need to use high temp engine enamel paint. Since your removing the head you will need to get another head gasket. If the engine is old it might be worth getting the valve stem seals replaced, You will need to get the head surfaced so its dead flat to put back on. You would probably spend $30 on paint and $30 for a new head gasket, Around $60 for the head to be surfaced and $90 for the valve stem seals to be done. Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229845 hey. for a start you will need heat proof paint. those 2 bolts are for the rocker cover. then under the rocker cover there are 10 bolts for the head. you will all so need new gaskets. as well as doing the head bolts up in sequence. I'm not sure about the timing if youl mess it up or not. as long as you don't touch the push rods Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229879 Try Powder Coating. Might work a little better, though depends if you want the head one colour, or to have a design on it like some show cars do. Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229905 i have a feeling you mean the rocker cover anyway? Not the actual head. You can get head gaskets off ebay for 6 bucks every now and then. Report
February 25, 200818 yr Author comment_229914 yes my mistake i meant the rocket cover.. NEW to cars sorry guys.. so i will need to buy a new head gaskets if i take the rocket cover off?? cheers cam sorry for confussing guys but cheers for the fast feedback Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229917 yes my mistake i meant the rocket cover.. NEW to cars sorry guys.. so i will need to buy a new head gaskets if i take the rocket cover off?? cheers cam sorry for confussing guys but cheers for the fast feedback No. If the tappet cover gasket is leaking replace it though. Rocker cover. Edited February 25, 200818 yr by AE70 Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229920 Get it powder coated I say :P A rally mate got his EFI manifold setup powder coated to make it look like standard and it only costed him $40. It look nice and stock and no blemishes. Looked like and awesome job from the state he sent it in for only $40 :jamie: Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229924 take it to any crash shop and they will paint it any colour you wish for $100 or so,metallic,pearl etc make sure its clean any colour you like,not a spray can or limited powder coat colour 2 pack cheers Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229926 The rocker cover could also be polished nice and shiny; suits old school cars. Edited February 25, 200818 yr by bruce Report
February 25, 200818 yr Author comment_229942 polishing?? does this need to be done professionaly? whats the way to go here.. don't really want to spend alot of money, less is best :P just after a good result cheers Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229945 A polishing kit can be bought at hardware stores like K&D, for around $30 I think. The kit includes two polishing wheels (coarse and soft), that can be easily fitted to a regular power drill, and buffing compound. Report
February 25, 200818 yr Author comment_229946 cheers mate a reakon ill give that a go... cheers for the help and info guys cheers cam Report
February 25, 200818 yr comment_229970 philbey, i think your right :P haha, i wish my girlfriend thought that way... Cam, if you want to polish your rocker cover, get a tube of Autosol Metal Polish at near any hardware store. Gold and black toothpaste like packaging. Its pricey but lasts ages and does a killer job. Just requires some elbow grease. Also, I have used this stuff with great results on Taillights! Report
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