Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

[tx1961whaler]

1969 40 HP JohnnyRude
I ordered a new exhaust cover from SeaWay, and it came unpainted. Is it advisable to paint it before installing it? It looks like it may be clear anodized, but I'm not sure. I don't really care about appearance, just durability.

 

[samo_ott]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

If you dont care about appearance then just leave it... You'd need high heat paint anyway I believe...

 

[R.Johnson]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

The cover is water cooled, you won't need high temp. paint.

 

[Benny1963]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

i use the ceramic engine paint

 

[Evinrude Boater]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

I used automotive laquer in a rattle can and it has been fine.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

Thanks for the replies. I think I'll paint it, as soon as the wind dies down. What's left of Ike is passing by today.....

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

I used automotive laquer in a rattle can and it has been fine.

Lacquer or enamel? All my spray paints including my Merc and Ev/Johnson paints are enamel. Probably doesn't matter.

Most important part is prep: sand and clean dust and oil free. Apply 2-3 very thin coats of the proper primer for aluminum (zinc oxide? - available anywhere). Apply 3-4 very thin coats of final color. Top with a couple very thin coats of clear coat if that's what you're looking for. Follow directions on can for re-coating, generally within an hour between coats. It will look great and last forever.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: Do I paint new exhaust cover ??

Thanks for the tips!
My motor is nasty looking cosmetically, with a few different Johnson and Evinrude colors already there. And it was a saltwater motor for years. A museum piece it isn't.....but it has always run well. Let's see, if the last cover lasted 40 years, and I paint this one well, and now I only do freshwater, and I'm over 40, then.....my son may appreciate it...
I'm afraid if I make a "clean spot" on my motor, then I might be motivated to paint the whole thing!