Topic: Painting Engine

[Coop07]

I just bought a 1973 CB750 and have a question regarding painting the engine.  The owner before had painted the fins of the cylinder block and head, but did a crappy job.  I want to remove the paint and spray something better.  I know I can remove the old paint with Aircraft Stripper, however does anyone know how hot the fins get?  I ask because I am considering using engine enamel (which is good up to 500 degrees), but want to make sure it will hold up.  My other option is the high heat stuff, but then I have to cure it.  The bike is not running now, so curing by running the bike is not an option.  Thanks for the advice.

Mike

[Alan F.]

Do a search, VHT127 is a good color match, but it must be cured within a few days for durability.  I might suggest that you get it running well enough, then paint it and run it to cure whichever paint you choose, that way you won't ruin a perfectly good (uncured) spray can paintjob with an accidental fuel spill or scratch it with anything along the way.

[Sporkfly]

It's been discussed a few times. 500 degree paint will work on the engine - It's not called engine enamel for kicks.