Paint Color and Type For Engine

[70rs]

Originally Posted by customcam

70rs why will it Peel & Crack?

Have you ever seen one that had regular use that didn't?

With limited use and extreme care, perfect prep and doing it in pieces it will last longer but at some point it will let go. The block expands and contracts differently than the paint, over time it will let go. Small micro fractures let in dirt, moisture, oil or whatever. All of those things work against the paint.
Small chips and scratches appear over time from oil changes, tune ups, general service and use. Exposed edges are a prime point of entry for moisture....painted blocks just don't look good for long. Sure, it will retain some color for decades. But it will only be perfect for a very short time.


I guess it depends on your use of the truck and what you want out of it. Show piece? Cool, do the block. Track truck? Not a good idea.

Just my .02 on it.

Customcam, do you know of a way to help the issues I have mentioned? To make it look better longer? And I ask in all seriousness because I sure don't know all the tricks.