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Old 05 July 2007, 01:42 AM
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Default Flaking paint on STi engine.

Thinking about peeling off the old red paint applied to the intake manifold, as it's flaking off like most do. If so, I intend to paint it, not spray, as I don't wish to remove the manifold. Will probably use red heat withstanding paint (usual stuff from Halfords).

Has anybody done this before with good results? Do any particular brands make a difference to the longevity and overall finish?

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Old 05 July 2007, 06:46 AM
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Never done it, but imagine it will be a waste in the end as it will be near impossible to de-grease the surfaces to get the fresh paint to stick for a reasonable period.

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Old 05 July 2007, 09:08 AM
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A nice link for you to read https://www.scoobynet.com/projects-4...rbishment.html

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Thanks for the links!

Hoever I've never removed an inlet manifold before hand. This is why I was planning to use brush on manifold paint rather than spraying it as intend to the job while it's still on the car. I guess it's out of the question?
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You will NEVER got around the whole thing while its on the car.
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Will look poo.... pay someone to do it....
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Originally Posted by The Seer
Thanks for the links!

Hoever I've never removed an inlet manifold before hand. This is why I was planning to use brush on manifold paint rather than spraying it as intend to the job while it's still on the car. I guess it's out of the question?
I think ur nuts!! but good luck if u do
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