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RKCamaro13 · 08-23-2011, 09:13 PM

I'm going to get my engine cover painted, but I am going to do the prep work for it. So my question is what do I need to do to prep this, do I need to sand it, or do I just need to tape it and get the guy to paint it?

CamaroKid300 · 08-23-2011, 09:17 PM

Just make sure to clean it good.

I didn't sand mine, but I didn't use like a gloss black.

RKCamaro13 · 08-23-2011, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroKid300

Just make sure to clean it good.

I didn't sand mine, but I didn't use like a gloss black.

What did you use to clean it?

bigwayne3000 · 08-23-2011, 09:39 PM

Dawn dish detergent will work great or other comparable tough soap for grease. Was with Dawn, dry, and make sure you use a good primer. Trick is to use light coats and gradually move up to thicker ones as you work. You dont want to just start throwing down thick coats of paint as it will glob up most likely and not look right.

bigwayne3000 · 08-23-2011, 09:40 PM

The only time you really should sand anything is if you're painting something like the tail light bezels or something that has that fake chrome stuff on it. When you do things like that you want to make sure to scuff up whatever finish is on there now that way when you prime and paint, the paint has something to adhere and stick to.

Bonanza7 · 08-23-2011, 09:55 PM

Why have someone else paint it...Simple, real easy and
FAR cheaper. Like 10 bucks

bbiermanski · 08-23-2011, 10:00 PM

If you are serious about doing a quality job, first step is wax and grease remover followed by silver or red scotchbrite depending if useing single stage paint or base/clear. red for single, silver for base/clear followed by a agressive wash with isopropyl alcohol. The painter will prolly do the last step but its good to ask him first.
Hope that helps.

bbiermanski · 08-23-2011, 10:03 PM

If your gona rattle can it, It doesent matter. It is not going to last anyways.

zkdreads · 08-23-2011, 10:53 PM

i just washed mine with soap and water then sprayed.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/pictur...ictureid=43093

turned out GOOD TO ME

Sarah · 08-23-2011, 11:26 PM

The engine cover is textured, In order to adhere properly it should be sanded first.

KEEP RT · 08-23-2011, 11:52 PM

The absolute best would be remove the backing (eliminates dust), wash with a de-wax/de-grease solution (sold at any automotive paint supplier) then blue flame treat the cover sense it is made of PVC plastic. This ionizes the PVC then rewash with de-wax/de-grease to remove any petroleum that is released. Keep fingers off! use nitrite gloves (non powdered) to handle. I do Hydrographics and I have been certified. This is the only way I will ever do a painted PVC part.

heRS · 08-23-2011, 11:57 PM

I used Dawn, then cleaned with suface prep/alcohol product. I used an adhesion promotor for proper paint adhesion, then primer. Also been using rustoleum paints. Working great for me.

KEEP RT · 08-24-2011, 12:19 AM

I did this one as a show piece. I need it to last and be touched and repeatedly cleaned. Its up to you. Quality is in the details. Clean and prep is key.

NYJets77 · 08-24-2011, 08:15 AM

I washed with Dawn; then wipe down with IPA; then Krylon Fusion as the base coat on the plastic. Still looks perfect 5 months later...

08-23-2011, 09:13 PM	#1
RKCamaro13 Drives: 2011 Red 2SSRS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 693	V6 Engine Cover Paint Prep I'm going to get my engine cover painted, but I am going to do the prep work for it. So my question is what do I need to do to prep this, do I need to sand it, or do I just need to tape it and get the guy to paint it?

08-23-2011, 09:17 PM	#2
CamaroKid300 ace5.org Drives: 2017 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 6,142 View My Garage	Just make sure to clean it good. I didn't sand mine, but I didn't use like a gloss black. __________________ Stock...For Now.

08-23-2011, 10:53 PM	#9
zkdreads Drives: 2010 Camaro LS V6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 2,784	i just washed mine with soap and water then sprayed. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/pictur...ictureid=43093 turned out GOOD TO ME __________________ C-LO or Sonic "Without Struggle there is no progress" I am your best nightmare!

08-23-2011, 11:26 PM	#10
Sarah Drives: Camaro LLT ABM Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 686	The engine cover is textured, In order to adhere properly it should be sanded first. __________________

08-23-2011, 11:52 PM	#11
KEEP RT Wonderfully Awful Idea Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Battle Ground, WA Posts: 1,456 View My Garage	The absolute best would be remove the backing (eliminates dust), wash with a de-wax/de-grease solution (sold at any automotive paint supplier) then blue flame treat the cover sense it is made of PVC plastic. This ionizes the PVC then rewash with de-wax/de-grease to remove any petroleum that is released. Keep fingers off! use nitrite gloves (non powdered) to handle. I do Hydrographics and I have been certified. This is the only way I will ever do a painted PVC part. __________________ Last edited by KEEP RT; 08-23-2011 at 11:53 PM. Reason: addition of word

08-23-2011, 09:39 PM	#4
bigwayne3000 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 1,917	Dawn dish detergent will work great or other comparable tough soap for grease. Was with Dawn, dry, and make sure you use a good primer. Trick is to use light coats and gradually move up to thicker ones as you work. You dont want to just start throwing down thick coats of paint as it will glob up most likely and not look right.

08-23-2011, 09:40 PM	#5
bigwayne3000 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 1,917	The only time you really should sand anything is if you're painting something like the tail light bezels or something that has that fake chrome stuff on it. When you do things like that you want to make sure to scuff up whatever finish is on there now that way when you prime and paint, the paint has something to adhere and stick to.

08-23-2011, 09:55 PM	#6
Bonanza7 Account Suspended Drives: 2010, Rally Yellow, Black stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2,363	Why have someone else paint it...Simple, real easy and FAR cheaper. Like 10 bucks

08-23-2011, 10:00 PM	#7
bbiermanski Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Seattle Wa Posts: 57	If you are serious about doing a quality job, first step is wax and grease remover followed by silver or red scotchbrite depending if useing single stage paint or base/clear. red for single, silver for base/clear followed by a agressive wash with isopropyl alcohol. The painter will prolly do the last step but its good to ask him first. Hope that helps.

08-23-2011, 10:03 PM	#8
bbiermanski Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Seattle Wa Posts: 57	If your gona rattle can it, It doesent matter. It is not going to last anyways.

08-23-2011, 11:57 PM	#12
heRS Raised by Wolves Drives: IBM 2010 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 5,980 View My Garage	I used Dawn, then cleaned with suface prep/alcohol product. I used an adhesion promotor for proper paint adhesion, then primer. Also been using rustoleum paints. Working great for me. Attached Images __________________ Tori click the sig pic to view my build thread

08-24-2011, 12:19 AM	#13
KEEP RT Wonderfully Awful Idea Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Battle Ground, WA Posts: 1,456 View My Garage	painted to last I did this one as a show piece. I need it to last and be touched and repeatedly cleaned. Its up to you. Quality is in the details. Clean and prep is key. Attached Images __________________

08-24-2011, 08:15 AM	#14
NYJets77 Drives: 2013 2LT/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NY Posts: 1,283	I washed with Dawn; then wipe down with IPA; then Krylon Fusion as the base coat on the plastic. Still looks perfect 5 months later...

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