Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
02-05-2008, 07:39 AM
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
Dens, I tried this with the Duplicolor high-heat paint a couple of years ago on my GTA but the finish yellowed after repeated heating cycles. The Cast Aluminum color looked to be a match.... it just didn't last.
You might try Eastwood or a similar supplier; they can probably point you in the right direction. I have an extra set as well and I'm thinking of going the powdercoating route instead to see how that works out.
You might try Eastwood or a similar supplier; they can probably point you in the right direction. I have an extra set as well and I'm thinking of going the powdercoating route instead to see how that works out.
02-05-2008, 06:18 PM
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
Go to t good automotive paint supply place and have them look up the formula for it. If they are good they can get it. I used to have it but cant find it.
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
IIRC GM has a paint code for the color. If you go to the parts counter have them look up replacement valve covers, since they are all black now they give a paint code to get the correct color back on them for replacement.
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
I used Dupli-color Aluminum 500 degree engine paint with ceramic and their 500 degree clear coat on top. And mine look factory and haven't yellowed.The clear gives it the gray look.
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
Did the paint still look factory correct without the clearcoat on them? How much of a difference did the clear coat make?
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Re: Source for silver paint used on TPI valve covers
The clear is what makes the color the same as the factory
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