johnemerson38 1 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 right my engine and gearbox are out and i want to paint them my car is dragonfly green would like the block the same colour and they gearbox just silver what can i use to do this thanks Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 Just use cellulose and dont forget preperation is paramount.[lightbox=../../e107_files/public/1195245773_2749_FT206574_tims_camera_110.jpg][/lightbox] Link to post Share on other sites
johnemerson38 1 Posted November 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 where can i buy cellulose paint from cant find anything on it something about stoped making it and how do i apply it i dont have a clue about painting but going to give it ago and i have got that pic on my computer lol and thats how i want mine what did you do for the gearbox it that just silver spray in a can Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 Its paint you can buy in most paint shops. Halfords mix it and can either put it in a spray or tin so you can blow it yourself. Most ready mixed tins are acrylic which is fine for the box but for the block use cellulose. I primed, coloured and then lacquered mine. Its still got a very good finish 2 years on. Just make sure you give the paint time to go off before you run the engine. Link to post Share on other sites
johnemerson38 1 Posted November 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 so if i go to halfords and take my fuel filler flap for the sample and ask for it to be it cellulose paint but some primer and lacquered and thats the block and what about the box do i ask for silver but in acrylic type and how much will this cost around gotta say keep looking at that pic and i want mine like yours lol Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 It was a shame to use it really![lightbox=../../e107_files/public/1195252410_2749_FT206574_tims_camera_094.jpg][/lightbox][lightbox=../../e107_files/public/1195252410_2749_FT206574_tims_camera_112.jpg][/lightbox] Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 The silver was just out of an acrylic rattle can might be an audi silver cant be sure. No primer or lacquer. I have to say its not that durable especially if you have to take the box off etc. The block took a day to clean and prep and another day to paint but I was really rushing it.You can go to Halfords and get them to mix you cellulose. You paint code will be on a barcoded stickeron both the front page of your handbook and also in the boot under the carpet to left normally of the spare wheel well. I used a compressor to apply the cellulose. A spray can will be almost as good though.Just dont rush it and ONLY apply light coats to build it all up gradually. Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 I think acrylic cans are £5ish and cellulose mixed ones are £14ish. Link to post Share on other sites
Lizard Racing 0 Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 Clean the block really well and make sure it free from rust etc. Then ensure its completely dry. Link to post Share on other sites
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