How to Paint an Engine Bay
It's inevitable: because you drive your car on the road and not on a pristine surface, your engine bay is going to get dirty and possibly even scratched. Don't despair: paint it. This is something you can do in a few days or even a weekend. Your engine bay will look fresh and new again.
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Things You'll Need
- Shop vac
- Dust mask and eye protection
- Paint thinner and rag (optional)
- Wire brush
- Dish detergent
- Steel wool
- Paint spray
- Primer
- Finish paint
Instructions
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Clean the inside of the engine bay with a Shop Vac to remove any loose particles of dirt and debris.
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Go over the surfaces of the engine bay with a wire brush to remove any rust. Wear eye and dust protection.
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Wash the inside of the engine bay with either paint thinner or dish detergent. This will remove any grease and oil that might keep the new paint from adhering.
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Vacuum the surface again, then wash it one more time with paint thinner or dish detergent. Wait until the surface dries before continuing.
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Apply primer paint to the engine bay with a gravity-fed spray gun. Let the paint dry. If necessary, apply a second coat.
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Apply a coat of finish paint in the engine bay. The paint needs to be tough and have a surface that can withstand scratching and chipping.
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References
- Photo Credit car engine image by itsallgood from Fotolia.com
