POR-15 engine paint application quest.

[Travis Williamson]

I recently bought the POR-15 paint kit to paint my engine.

Im sure there has to be a few people on here that have painted their engine with this stuff. From what I hear and read, its good stuff.

So my question would be is it better to spray it on or paint it with a brush? I talked to the people at por-15 and they said either can be done because it is self leveling.

I have the ability to do either. It would be a whole lot easier and cleaner to paint it on with a brush. But im thinking it would be a better job if I sprayed it.

Id like to get your opinion on it.

Has anyone ever applied it with a brush and had good results?

Thanks
Travis

[Gerard F.]

Re: POR-15 engine paint application quest.

It goes on too thick with a brush and flows too much on smooth engine parts, like a thermostat housing. But for the rough parts like the intake manifold and engine block, the brush works well. Otherwise spray on smooth parts. It takes a long time to cure, and you might try the small parts in the wifes' oven, when she is not around.

Jerry Fuccillo
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[Dave Suesz]

Is Cavalcade Best of Show good enough results?

I used a variety of brushes to achieve this paint job in the car, from a 1" to a small detailing brush. Virtually no brush marks on stamped or machined surfaces, I used the paint full-strength straight out of the can.

[Travis Williamson]

Re: POR-15 engine paint application quest.

Thanks guys!

Dave very nice looking engine and compartment. Id like to see more pics of you car if you have them available.

You know thats one this this place is missing is a show your car section.

Travis