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Offline nathangallo

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« on: January 29, 2012, 05:20:28 pm »
After spending hours colour coding my engine cover i just realised would the clear coat be flammable as i suppose its under high temperature  :scared:

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Re: Help
« Reply #1 on: January 29, 2012, 05:46:56 pm »
Should be fine, doesnt get hot enough to cause an issue with fire. Paint Might go a little soft though.

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Re: Help
« Reply #2 on: January 29, 2012, 05:49:46 pm »
I've just used normal paint on mine (non high temp) and seems to be fine. :smiley:
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« Reply #3 on: January 29, 2012, 06:19:55 pm »
will be fine mate, the fire hazard is more than likely when its being sprayed rather than when its dried mate
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Re: Help
« Reply #4 on: January 29, 2012, 06:21:22 pm »
I painted and lacquered the engine cover on swmbo's GT a few months ago and its still fine....... :happy2:

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Re: Help
« Reply #5 on: January 29, 2012, 06:23:36 pm »
Sweet thanks  :signLOL:

will show pictures when i get back next weekend have to think of other neat mods any ideas guys? :laugh: