powder coat

[Bkyd Basher]

just wondering, has anyone powder coated a head? And do u think it would dramatically increase running temps?

 

[Racer 1966]

Supposedly there are some coatings that will increase the heat dissipation but it may not be worth the cost. If you have a powder coater near you,stop in and ask them about it.

 

[Bkyd Basher]

Dont really have one near me, i have a gun and stuff and have been doing my own.

 

[dub c]

I'm certain powder coat will reduce the heads ability to cool the engine. ALU has great heat absorbing properties, powder coat... not so much. DONT DO IT!

 

[rak12]

Another concern I would have is if the powder coating would discolor with exposure to the heat developed by the engine.

 

[Greywolf74]

Unless there was some kind of powder coat that was meant for high temps and heat dissipation I wouldnt do it.

 

[hamz9561]

I wouldn't do it. There has to be a reason that the heads only come anodized from the OEMs.

 

[bubbadee5]

Just wondering how do u powder coat on your own. Sounds like something fun to do.

 

[Bkyd Basher]

well as far as the heat factor it wouldnt do anything unless u run ur engine at 400 degrees for 10 mins. Its also fuel resistant. And as far as doin it its real simple. All u need is a 100$ setup from eastwood and a stove that ur not gonna use to cook in ever again. I actually have been useing a toaster oven. I usually bake the part for 5-10 minutes then pull it out, hook up a little alligator clip for a ground and spray the powder out of this gun with a little fan built in. That electric charge pulls the powder to the part. Then undo the clip, stick it in the oven for ten minutes at 400-450 in some case. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes and ur done.Pretty fun, easy, and tough as nails!!!!