Replicating cast iron

[LVZ2881]

for maore accurate exhaust manifolds. Is there a paint, preferably brush or rattle can that will give a fairly close look for cast iron?

[Spike]

there is a spray paint by duplicolor(?) thats cast, but im not sure how close it looks to cast iron

[James W]

Shop the paint isle of the local auto parts store. There's all kinds of paints fo duplicating different finishes.

[Privateer]

The easiest way I know of duplicating cast iron is to paint the part flat black or flat dark gray and when dry buff it with graphite powder. Graphite powder is available at hardware stores to lubricate locks, it is also known as dry lubicrant.

[roadhawg]

Go to your local automotive machine shop and grab a spray can of "cast iron". Less than 10 bucks. Its a big can, should last for years!

[old-hermit]

Plasti-Kote #285 Rebuilder's Cast Finish Gray, available in most auto parts stores.

Fast dry lacquer and can be applied directly to plastic without harm.

Edited March 8, 2009 by old-hermit

[Olle F]

Humbrol #53 "Gun Metal" enamel works for me. I pick up some of the thick sludge from the bottom of the can, and stipple it on with a stiff brush. It gives you a nice "cast iron" texture that can also be weathered with some rust pastels, if necessary.

[diymirage]

i always paint it aluminum

then dry brush on black and (if needed) rust

[Sully]

If you want to give your part the look of Cast Iron, you can add a little talcum powder to your paint. Not only will if give you the texture of cast iron, it will also dull the gloss of the paint. Experment on an old part till you get the right mixture.

An old tip from an old modeler.......

Sully