Refinishing the LT5 top end, info needed. - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

bdw18_123 · 08-17-2010

Got a couple questions, couldn't find much of any info on this in "Solutions" or with a forum search.

1. Is it ok to beadblast the top end parts (plenum, cam covers, etc.) to get the old paint off before painting or powder-coating? Or is it better to chemically strip them?

2. Can anyone give any details as to the process for making the plenum smoother for painting/powder-coating? Sandpaper grits to use, etc?

3. Does anyone have any insight into painting vs. powder-coating the LT5's top end? Which is better? Or is it just a preference/whichever is easier type thing? I have heard that powder-coating could possibly degrade/turn yellowish with time?

08-17-2010	#1
bdw18_123 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Prather, CA Posts: 804	Refinishing the LT5 top end, info needed. Got a couple questions, couldn't find much of any info on this in "Solutions" or with a forum search. 1. Is it ok to beadblast the top end parts (plenum, cam covers, etc.) to get the old paint off before painting or powder-coating? Or is it better to chemically strip them? 2. Can anyone give any details as to the process for making the plenum smoother for painting/powder-coating? Sandpaper grits to use, etc? 3. Does anyone have any insight into painting vs. powder-coating the LT5's top end? Which is better? Or is it just a preference/whichever is easier type thing? I have heard that powder-coating could possibly degrade/turn yellowish with time?