cherokeered Posted February 19, 2012 Posted February 19, 2012 Just wondering what everyone uses as paint for painting an aluminum engine block. I used to brush on Model Master enamel and I looked the look of that. I now prefer to spray the engine blocks with rattle can. I've tried the Model Master Metalizer Aluminum Plate but it is mush to bright of an aluminum for an engine block...it almost looks like polished aluminum. I tried a Rustoleum Aluminum as well but it looks close to the Model Master Metalizer....any other ideas?
Casey Posted February 19, 2012 Posted February 19, 2012 (edited) Krylon Dull Aluminum in their "Metallics" line. Edited February 20, 2012 by Casey
martinfan5 Posted February 19, 2012 Posted February 19, 2012 Krylon Flat Aluminum in their "Metallics" line. Thats what I have started using, I like the look of it
cherokeered Posted February 19, 2012 Author Posted February 19, 2012 (edited) Krylon Flat Aluminum in their "Metallics" line. Great!!!....where can I find that one? Edited February 20, 2012 by cherokeered
Rob McKee Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 Thats what I have started using, I like the look of it x3
jonno356SC Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I used Alclad 'dull aluminium' on a Porsche 904 engine i am working on. So far not bad.
Rob McKee Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I used Alclad 'dull aluminium' on a Porsche 904 engine i am working on. So far not bad. http://www.flickr.co...ein/6906644427/ Alclad is awesome stuff, but it is expensive. Also is the requirement to paint a layer of gloss black to get the metal sheen and then several light mist coats of the Alclad. I love the stuff, but the Krylon Metallic paint comes out nearly as good and it is just point and spray.
jonno356SC Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 Alclad is pricey. but glossy black primer is only needed for chrome.
cherokeered Posted February 20, 2012 Author Posted February 20, 2012 Just picked one up at WalMart Perfect....
GrandpaMcGurk Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 The heads on this one are Kyrlon Brushed Metallic Satin Nickle, the bell housing, intake manifold and oil pan are Metallic Matte Aluminum also Krylon. It it sprays well, dries in 15 minutes or less and you get big 11oz. can for under 5 bucks at Wally World.
cherokeered Posted February 20, 2012 Author Posted February 20, 2012 The heads on this one are Kyrlon Brushed Metallic Satin Nickle, the bell housing, intake manifold and oil pan are Metallic Matte Aluminum also Krylon. It it sprays well, dries in 15 minutes or less and you get big 11oz. can for under 5 bucks at Wally World. What is the tranny section behind the bell housing painted with?
MikeMc Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 Just wondering what everyone uses as paint for painting an aluminum engine block. I used to brush on Model Master enamel and I looked the look of that. I now prefer to spray the engine blocks with rattle can. I've tried the Model Master Metalizer Aluminum Plate but it is mush to bright of an aluminum for an engine block...it almost looks like polished aluminum. I tried a Rustoleum Aluminum as well but it looks close to the Model Master Metalizer....any other ideas? The metalizer with sealer or dullkote..looks much better
martinfan5 Posted February 22, 2012 Posted February 22, 2012 Here is the engine from the 2010 camaro kit painted with krylon matte aluminum
Stang88 Posted February 22, 2012 Posted February 22, 2012 Or you can use Model Master Metalizers. I use them in my airbrush, they have every metal finish you want and they dry instantly. They come in 1/4 ounce bottles and some are buffing and some are flat non buffing and they are already thinned and ready to airbrush.
martinfan5 Posted February 22, 2012 Posted February 22, 2012 Or you can use Model Master Metalizers. I use them in my airbrush, they have every metal finish you want and they dry instantly. They come in 1/4 ounce bottles and some are buffing and some are flat non buffing and they are already thinned and ready to airbrush. This is the best next thing if you dont have a air brush, I have a bottle of the steel metalizers , even brushed on it still looks good
VW Dave Posted February 22, 2012 Posted February 22, 2012 If you're replicating 'rough cast' aluminum, I recommend Testors One Coat 'Diamond Dust' lacquer without primer, topped with Dullcote. When I was doing my son's chopper, my older brother's 1:1 SofTail inspired me; his engine and primary case are in a very cool semi-rough texture, and I tried to replicate it on the wee V.
GrandpaMcGurk Posted February 22, 2012 Posted February 22, 2012 What is the tranny section behind the bell housing painted with? Testors Gunmetal
cherokeered Posted February 24, 2012 Author Posted February 24, 2012 (edited) Krylon Dull Aluminum in their "Metallics" line. Does everyone use this for Transmissions as well or something else? Edited February 24, 2012 by cherokeered
cherokeered Posted February 27, 2012 Author Posted February 27, 2012 (edited) OK I got the Matte Aluminum by Krylon....it looks good....but I still think it is way to bright and shiny to be realistic...almost like chrome. I don't know what else to try Edited February 27, 2012 by cherokeered
martinfan5 Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 Get a can of testors dull coat, that will take care of the shine for ya
cherokeered Posted February 27, 2012 Author Posted February 27, 2012 (edited) Get a can of testors dull coat, that will take care of the shine for ya I try it....thanks. Is the Matte Aluminum different from the "dull aluminum"? Edited February 27, 2012 by cherokeered
cherokeered Posted February 29, 2012 Author Posted February 29, 2012 The Dullcote worked...thanks! Looks perfect.
martinfan5 Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 I try it....thanks. Is the Matte Aluminum different from the "dull aluminum"? Yes I am pretty sure there is a difference
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