How to Paint Classic Car Engine Parts

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Tip 1 - Classic Car Restoration for Dummies

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by CLUBICFAFA 20 | permalink

Get an inventory of the basic elements of classic car restoration work: engine work, bodywork, paintwork, and adding trim and moldings.

For further reading: http://www.carsdirect.com/classic-cars/classic-car-restoration-for-dummies-where-to-start ^[1]

Tip 2 - Muscle Car Restoration: A Beginner's Guide

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by titi 2912 | permalink

Learn more about the muscle car restoration accessories and tools you'll need, and the basic steps involved in restoring muscle cars.

For further reading: http://www.carsdirect.com/car-buying/muscle-car-restoration-how-to-do-it-for-the-cheapest-price-possible ^[2]

Tip 3 - How to Paint an Engine Block

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Filomena Costa | permalink

Tired of your old engine looking... not so good? Clean it up and enhance the overall look with a simple paint job! In this episode, we show you how to paint your engine block, costing you only a few bucks and about an hour or two of your time! First your must remove all grease, dirt and oil from your engine. Once you have a clean engine block, you must put a scratch in the surface so the paint can adhere. After you have scratched the surface, tap off the areas your don't want to paint, then spray whatever color you want on using multiple light coats. Warnings Always wear eye protection when

For further reading: http://car-mods.wonderhowto.com/how-to/paint-engine-block-0133975/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - How To Paint an Engine - NAPA Know How Blog

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Isobel Chowanec | permalink

So you think you know how to paint an engine? Sure you can just spray bomb it, but with a few extra steps you can have a great finish that really lasts.

For further reading: http://knowhow.napaonline.com/how-to-paint-an-engine/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - How to Paint an Engine | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Ashto | permalink

You may have heard the saying, "A Clean Car Runs Better." Well, that is not totally a myth. When you have a clean engine with all the sludge and grease removed, your car will run a little cooler. Engine painting is a fun project and will really give you a sense of accomplishment, especially when you compare before and after pictures. Not...

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how_4432119_paint-engine.html ^[5]

Tip 6 - Rust Removal Guide - How to Derust Classic Cars - Hot Rod Magazine

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Phil Antonelli | permalink

In this comprehensive rust removal guide we demonstrate how to derust a classic car using environmentally friendly products and media-blasting on this 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 - Hot Rod Magazine

For further reading: http://www.hotrod.com/how-to/paint-body/hrdp-0901-rust-removal-guide/ ^[6]