Paint recommendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

[Paul S.]

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I just cleaned up the mufflers and exhaust tips for my '96 CE LT1 and painted with Rustoleum 2,000 degree flat black paint. It looks great but I think the finish is too flat. Any recommendations for the correct paint to use for a finish coat? Thanks, Paul

[Pat F.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Paul, I sent you an email re this issue. This was discussed previoulsly on this Board.

[Paul S.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Thanks Pat, I just saw your latest Email. I'm still learning how to correctly navigate the Advanced Search. Paul

[Ed N.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Paul, I sent you an email re this issue. This was discussed previoulsly on this Board.

Pat, can you send me what you have on this topic?

Thanks

Ed

[David K.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Oh come on Pat, share with your friends. We all want to know

Dave King

[Jim T.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

I need to touch up my 1996 LT4's exhaust tips and mufflers, what type of paint are you going to use next Paul?

[Pat F.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Ed and Dave, I sent you the same information I sent to Paul. Too much to put on the Board.
Jim, do you want the same information?

[Paul S.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

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Here is a picture of the exhaust tip just painted with paint that was recommended by Ed Nieves. I think it came out just right. Thanks for every ones help. Paul

[Pat F.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Alright Ed, what did you use for the tips?

[Pat M.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

84-96 Service Bulletin 33-17-01A described peeling paint from 93-96 mufflers. When I noticed minor peeling on my 96 I called my local dealer and he was told to order Indy Sales & Service Touch - Up Sprays Industrial Finishes Paint - on the label it reads "KB-318-HHHS Black TU 07/15/2."

This rattle-can paint touched up my chips, and blended in, perfectly. My only complaint was it literally took several weeks to fully cure, and in the meantime it attracted a small amount of dirt/debris when driving - but that was years ago and I'm still very happy with the results today.

[Ed N.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Alright Ed, what did you use for the tips?

Pat, the paint we used was VHT SP671 (satin black). It goes on very even and levels nicely. I've experimented with a few and I think this one gives the closest correct appearance. I would use the same paint for the muffler, but just over-spray or lightly mist coat the very top section. Just my two cents.

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[Pat F.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Ed, thanks for the information.

[Joe L.]

Re: Paint reccomendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

84-96 Service Bulletin 33-17-01A described peeling paint from 93-96 mufflers. When I noticed minor peeling on my 96 I called my local dealer and he was told to order Indy Sales & Service Touch - Up Sprays Industrial Finishes Paint - on the label it reads "KB-318-HHHS Black TU 07/15/2."

This rattle-can paint touched up my chips, and blended in, perfectly. My only complaint was it literally took several weeks to fully cure, and in the meantime it attracted a small amount of dirt/debris when driving - but that was years ago and I'm still very happy with the results today.

Pat------


Slow drying paints can be extremely inconvenient. However, slow drying paints are also the most durable.

[Pat M.]

Re: Paint recommendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

Pat------


Slow drying paints can be extremely inconvenient. However, slow drying paints are also the most durable.

Interesting Joe, I didn't know that. Well, this paint must be really durable.

[Ed N.]

Re: Paint recommendation for '96 LT1 exhaust tips

If you are looking for durability, try the POR-15 semi-flat (just make sure it's sprayed). Still has a fairly correct looking appearance and it's super tough.