Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

dandansuperman · 05-24-2011, 11:27 PM

I am painting my engine with Plastikote Chevy Orange engine enamel. I have spent hours sanding and cleaning the engine so I am ready to paint. I started putting on the first couple of coats and it seems really thin. The paint shop owner told me not to prime the engine because the paint will hold up better without it. I figured I would let it dry for a few days and then apply some more coats. Everyone I have talked to said orange paint is just really transparent. Should I go and buy primer to put on first, or should I let it dry and put some more coats of the enamel on? Please give me some advice.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 05-25-2011, 05:47 AM

I have always just sprayed the engine paint on, no primer. The paint is thin and you have to be carefull not to get runs.

Jim

Longhorn Man · 05-25-2011, 06:14 AM

no primer.
No reason to wait a couple days either. Wait till the paint is tacky, then give it another light coat. If you let it dry all the way, then you'll need to give it a light sanding to spray over it.

bobs409 · 05-25-2011, 06:29 AM

VHT is better. It's not watery like Plasikote.

RW71 · 05-25-2011, 05:47 PM

Here's my 283 with 3 coats of Plasikote with no primer.

GASoline71 · 05-25-2011, 08:06 PM

Plastikote here too... at least 3 coats. Sometimes more. Never used a primer.

Gary

VentureRick · 05-25-2011, 10:06 PM

Here's my 427 with 2 coats of POR15 engine paint, everything but the valve covers.

*72lb4x4* · 05-25-2011, 10:56 PM

What's the application for the 427?? Cool looking, but that pump may not fit under the hood...
Maybe in the also cool looking motorhome/bus in the background?

**leddzepp** · 05-25-2011, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VentureRick

Here's my 427 with 2 coats of POR15 engine paint, everything but the valve covers.

POR is the only way to go. I have used it on engines for years, still looks brand new.

dandansuperman · 05-26-2011, 12:22 AM

Back to square one. The paint shop said I bought a bad batch of paint. I stripped all the paint off with aircraft stripper and a pressure washer. I am down to the bare block now. I ordered the POR 15 kit. I will never use Plastikote again even if I did get a bad batch. It was like spraying on an orange tinted clear coat. I will keep you updated on my progress. I could use some POR 15 tips.
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Zoomin · 05-26-2011, 12:50 AM

Here's the number one POR-15 tip in my experience: wear rubber gloves, that stuff will be on your skin or whatever forever.

**leddzepp** · 05-26-2011, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoomin

Here's the number one POR-15 tip in my experience: wear rubber gloves, that stuff will be on your skin or whatever forever.

I agree. Just follow the instructions that come with the kit, make sure that engine is CLEAN. The marine clean that comes in the kit is like simple green x 100, it works very well. Wear gloves and a respirator mask, even if you brush it on. You will be very happy with the results.

fastwillie 696969 · 05-26-2011, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leddzepp

POR is the only way to go. I have used it on engines for years, still looks brand new.

i concur

fastwillie 696969 · 05-26-2011, 03:05 AM

70 gmc 355 supercharged

VentureRick · 05-26-2011, 11:06 AM

72lb4x4, it's going in a 46 Flxible Clipper, the blue one in the background is a 47 and has a 427 with a 4 spd allison automatic in it already.

MARKDTN · 05-26-2011, 11:36 AM

I have never used primer with engine paint.

Autoblueprint · 05-26-2011, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leddzepp

POR is the only way to go. I have used it on engines for years, still looks brand new.

Yep. X2.

dandansuperman · 06-13-2011, 06:58 PM

I finally finished my engine. It turned out great. POR 15 is a little hard to apply, but overall its a great finish.

C20-67_N_MO · 06-13-2011, 07:20 PM

WOW!

Give us some details on that engine.

Looks very good.

Paint turned out great huh?

hayhauler71 · 06-13-2011, 09:04 PM

2 coats ppg epoxy primer on a hot tanked block and vht engine enamel and still looks like new 5 years later

dandansuperman · 06-14-2011, 11:03 AM

Engine Block Casting Number: 3970010 (1968-1979) 4 Bolt Main
The engine was carefully engineered to be a street-able 375-400 hp
The engine was blueprinted and balanced with 9.5:1 compression.
The heads were opened up to 2.02 intakes
1.86 exhaust with hard seats installed so that pump fuel can be run.
Heads were ported and smoothed.
The engine had a high lift cam installed (5/8 race cam)
1:1.5 roller rocker arms installed.
The timing chain is a double roller.
The oil and fuel pump is a stock Z-28 spec unit.
Intake is a Holley 750 double pumper vacuum secondary’s.
Edlebrock 600 cfm carb
Edlebrock performer manifold
Accel GM HEI Distributor

PROFORM ORANGE SLANT EDGE VALVE COVERS
TAYLOR SPIRO-PRO IGNITION WIRES HOT ORANGE
EDLEBROCK PRO-FLO AIR CLEANER CHROME LOGO
FRAM AIR HOG AIR FILTER
SANDERSON-CC10 HEADERS
CHROME PULLEY’S
CHROME OIL PAN
BILLET DIP STICKS
MADE FOR YOU PRODUCTS VERTICAL WIRE LOOM KIT
700R4 TRANSMISSION W/ COAN 3500 STALL
TCI 700R4 TV CABLE CORRECTOR KIT AND BRACKET
KUGEL KOMPONENTS SHIFT LINKAGE
EARLY CLASSIC ENTERPRISES TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER

05-24-2011, 11:27 PM	#1
dandansuperman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vernal, Utah Posts: 62	Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? I am painting my engine with Plastikote Chevy Orange engine enamel. I have spent hours sanding and cleaning the engine so I am ready to paint. I started putting on the first couple of coats and it seems really thin. The paint shop owner told me not to prime the engine because the paint will hold up better without it. I figured I would let it dry for a few days and then apply some more coats. Everyone I have talked to said orange paint is just really transparent. Should I go and buy primer to put on first, or should I let it dry and put some more coats of the enamel on? Please give me some advice. __________________ BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436046

05-25-2011, 05:47 AM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? I have always just sprayed the engine paint on, no primer. The paint is thin and you have to be carefull not to get runs. Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC

05-25-2011, 06:14 AM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? no primer. No reason to wait a couple days either. Wait till the paint is tacky, then give it another light coat. If you let it dry all the way, then you'll need to give it a light sanding to spray over it.

05-25-2011, 06:29 AM	#4
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? VHT is better. It's not watery like Plasikote. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

05-25-2011, 05:47 PM	#5
RW71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Springfield, Oregon Posts: 84	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? Here's my 283 with 3 coats of Plasikote with no primer. Attached Images

05-25-2011, 10:06 PM	#7
VentureRick Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Belleville, Michigan Posts: 32	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? Here's my 427 with 2 coats of POR15 engine paint, everything but the valve covers. Attached Images __________________ Rick 69 SWB Project 95 Suburban Daily Driver 47 Flxible Motor Home 427 GMC 4spd Allison 71 C-10 LWB 307/350 (parted out) 64 SWB Custom Cab 283 powerglide (sold) 2000 Yamaha Venture

05-25-2011, 10:56 PM	#8
72lb4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DFW Posts: 1,427	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? What's the application for the 427?? Cool looking, but that pump may not fit under the hood... Maybe in the also cool looking motorhome/bus in the background? Last edited by 72lb4x4; 05-25-2011 at 10:57 PM.

05-26-2011, 12:22 AM	#10
dandansuperman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vernal, Utah Posts: 62	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? Back to square one. The paint shop said I bought a bad batch of paint. I stripped all the paint off with aircraft stripper and a pressure washer. I am down to the bare block now. I ordered the POR 15 kit. I will never use Plastikote again even if I did get a bad batch. It was like spraying on an orange tinted clear coat. I will keep you updated on my progress. I could use some POR 15 tips. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436046

05-26-2011, 12:50 AM	#11
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? Here's the number one POR-15 tip in my experience: wear rubber gloves, that stuff will be on your skin or whatever forever. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

05-26-2011, 03:05 AM	#14
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? 70 gmc 355 supercharged Attached Images __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex Last edited by fastwillie 696969; 05-26-2011 at 03:08 AM.

05-26-2011, 11:06 AM	#15
VentureRick Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Belleville, Michigan Posts: 32	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? 72lb4x4, it's going in a 46 Flxible Clipper, the blue one in the background is a 47 and has a 427 with a 4 spd allison automatic in it already. Attached Images __________________ Rick 69 SWB Project 95 Suburban Daily Driver 47 Flxible Motor Home 427 GMC 4spd Allison 71 C-10 LWB 307/350 (parted out) 64 SWB Custom Cab 283 powerglide (sold) 2000 Yamaha Venture

05-26-2011, 11:36 AM	#16
MARKDTN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 2,135	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? I have never used primer with engine paint. __________________ '83 K20-TPI '73 C10 '79 C10-ex-diesel(SOLD) '07 Tahoe(Son driving) '14 Suburban-DD '71 C10-current project

06-13-2011, 06:58 PM	#18
dandansuperman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vernal, Utah Posts: 62	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? I finally finished my engine. It turned out great. POR 15 is a little hard to apply, but overall its a great finish. Attached Images __________________ BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436046

06-13-2011, 07:20 PM	#19
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? WOW! Give us some details on that engine. Looks very good. Paint turned out great huh? __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

06-13-2011, 09:04 PM	#20
hayhauler71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: St. Paul MN. Posts: 1,996	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? 2 coats ppg epoxy primer on a hot tanked block and vht engine enamel and still looks like new 5 years later Attached Images __________________ Fuzzy



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06-14-2011, 11:03 AM	#21
dandansuperman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vernal, Utah Posts: 62	Re: Chevy Orange Engine Paint Question???? Engine Block Casting Number: 3970010 (1968-1979) 4 Bolt Main The engine was carefully engineered to be a street-able 375-400 hp The engine was blueprinted and balanced with 9.5:1 compression. The heads were opened up to 2.02 intakes 1.86 exhaust with hard seats installed so that pump fuel can be run. Heads were ported and smoothed. The engine had a high lift cam installed (5/8 race cam) 1:1.5 roller rocker arms installed. The timing chain is a double roller. The oil and fuel pump is a stock Z-28 spec unit. Intake is a Holley 750 double pumper vacuum secondary’s. Edlebrock 600 cfm carb Edlebrock performer manifold Accel GM HEI Distributor PROFORM ORANGE SLANT EDGE VALVE COVERS TAYLOR SPIRO-PRO IGNITION WIRES HOT ORANGE EDLEBROCK PRO-FLO AIR CLEANER CHROME LOGO FRAM AIR HOG AIR FILTER SANDERSON-CC10 HEADERS CHROME PULLEY’S CHROME OIL PAN BILLET DIP STICKS MADE FOR YOU PRODUCTS VERTICAL WIRE LOOM KIT 700R4 TRANSMISSION W/ COAN 3500 STALL TCI 700R4 TV CABLE CORRECTOR KIT AND BRACKET KUGEL KOMPONENTS SHIFT LINKAGE EARLY CLASSIC ENTERPRISES TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER __________________ BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436046

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