Can I use real engine paint on a styrene model engine?

[Monty]

I'm going to be doing a stock Ford 351C for a project and I'm not thrilled with the hobby paint options I have for duplicating "Ford blue", so I thought I'd try something more authentic like 1:1 engine paint.

Any chance this stuff's too hot for styrene?

[jrherald420]

Some of it is and will melt the part. Be sure to always use a primer first to reduce the chances of melting. Even better test it on a extra part from that kit or even some of the bare junk parts tree first.

[Madd Trucker]

I would use Duplicolor primer first then the enginge paont . I use enigine paints on my big rigs all the time

[slusher]

Be sure to use Duplicolor or Tamiya primer. I have know guys to use walmart colorplace primer

[jeffs396]

I usually use 1:1 Duplicolor engine enamel, it will not harm styrene even if primer isn't used...

[PappyD340]

I use Duplicolor engine paint over Duplicolor primer on all my engines, haven't had any problems yet!

[farmer1]

I've had the duplicolor engine paint attack styrene plastic a few times unless its well primed

[Kris Morgan]

I have been using Dupli-Color engine paint for years with no trouble. Primed or not. Just lay light coats to be safe.