Guys - I'm assembling my new 350 and can't decide whether or not to paint the cast alum parts. I've got a new cast alum intake, water pump, fuel pump, water neck and alternator. I definitely want the cast look but have seen too many yellowed and dirty intakes. This is an "anti-bling" motor (no chrome or polished alum!). Fabricated anod alum valve covers and air cleaner. March machined pulleys. Block and heads painted "cast iron" gray.
Should I simply use a dusting of aluminum engine paint or is there something else better? I'm afraid it may be too glossy. How about some alum high temp exhaust paint?
Opinions please. I want to do this right.
Should I simply use a dusting of aluminum engine paint or is there something else better? I'm afraid it may be too glossy. How about some alum high temp exhaust paint?
Opinions please. I want to do this right.