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Shock_Me · 05-11-2006, 06:36 AM

We just painted a new "black" crate motor. We used POR-15 engine enamel as a top-coat without the POR-15 base. I spoke to the tech dept. at POR-15, and they recommended scuffing the black paint with a Scotch pad dipped in Marine Clean, (which they also sell). After the motor is scuffed and clean, rinse down with water and allow to completely dry before top coating with the engine enamel.
Turned out great for us. We used two coats, and the finish is very nice and glossy.
Don't know about lasting durability though because we haven't fired her up yet.

05-11-2006, 06:36 AM	#3
Shock_Me Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 592	Re: Engine paint recommendations We just painted a new "black" crate motor. We used POR-15 engine enamel as a top-coat without the POR-15 base. I spoke to the tech dept. at POR-15, and they recommended scuffing the black paint with a Scotch pad dipped in Marine Clean, (which they also sell). After the motor is scuffed and clean, rinse down with water and allow to completely dry before top coating with the engine enamel. Turned out great for us. We used two coats, and the finish is very nice and glossy. Don't know about lasting durability though because we haven't fired her up yet.