Block Paint?
 

I have heard and seen some blocks that have the lifter valley painted etc. It looks like a rustolium paint color. It is said to aid in oil drain back. What is the product and where can I get it? Also, for you guys that have used it, anything special to apply it? Thanks

Robert

Re: Block Paint?
 

you want Glyptal 1201 red engine enamel made by General Electric--- follow the directions it works great--FED387

Re: Block Paint?
 

Make sure the surfaces you are going to paint are absolutely clean free from oil and grease otherwise the paint will delaminate/peel from the surface. If prepared right glyptal works great. I think glyptal is available from Eastwood.

Re: Block Paint?
 

Here's the link for Eastwood. I used Glyptal on the lifter valley of my BOSS 302. Speeds the oil return by sealing the block surface. You can do about 100 motors with a can of this stuff. Eastwood epoxy paint is great for the outside, too.

http://www.eastwood.com/glyptal-red-brush-on-1-qt.html

Dale

Re: Block Paint?
 

I've also seen it @ ome Depot

Re: Block Paint?
 

also get the brush paint on NOT the aerosol AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS EXACTLY---the surfaces must be absolutely clean or the paint will loosen up and peel off---Eastwood sells it think Grainger or McMaster Carr might also otherwise try an electrical motor rebuilding shop they might have it too-- Costs about $40-50 PER QUART

Re: Block Paint?
 

I have always used brush on Rustoleum. I have had blocks and heads that survived hot tanks.

Re: Block Paint?
 

I have been using oil based Rustoleum gloss enamel for 30+ years on a number of engines. Surface prep is the key. I like gloss white as it helps in quickly spotting anything in the oil - especially on the heads. And expect to lay on 4+ coats for a smooth glossy finish.

Re: Block Paint?
 

Why not just polish the lifter valley with cartridge rolls? No paint to chip off.

Re: Block Paint?
 

^^^

The material most often used in lifter valleys is called Glyptal. It isn't really paint. It's an epoxy sealer that isn't effected by oil, fuel or pretty much anything. They keep talking about surface prep because once it sets up it's on for good.

Dale