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Location: Birmingham, AL USA
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Painting fan and housing
I'm planning to paint my fan and housing (73S)this weekend. Can anyone tell me how to "bake" the paint for maximum durability? I thought I'd just stick it all in the oven for a while but I haven't a clue as to how hot and for how long. Thanks
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07-14-2001, 08:34 AM
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Bill you are FAR better off getting it powdercoated. Just find a local guy who does it and get it done. Its better to do it right the first time IMO
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07-14-2001, 08:41 AM
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Tom Sharpes wrote a nice article on his fan painting (and engine detailing) project: http://www.pelicanparts.com/ultimate/Forum3/HTML/009931.html
I am also interested in this topic - paint vs powerdercoat - so an objective discussion of the pros and cons would be greatly appreciated. Don ------------------ don@plumley.org Das Zoom - '87 Carrera |
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07-14-2001, 08:55 AM
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As the spray paint on the fan will flake and chip off quickly, it is best to powderpaint it. We trim approx .005" off each blade before powder painting so the fan tips don't rub against the powder painted housing. The finished product looks great and is easy to clean. Cost is about $75-200 depending on your area powder painter's minimum charges. Remember that the parts should be bead blasted first, and then all the holes be capped off with bits of duct tape. Otherwise, your alternator will not be able to be reinstalled
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07-14-2001, 01:50 PM
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How about brake caliper paint? Seems durable enough.
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07-14-2001, 02:30 PM
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1987 Porsche Carrera 3.2 
