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PostPosted: Sat Apr 18, 2009 3:02 pm 
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I was told once not to paint a vw engine case due to retaining heat .I have run them both ways but was wondering what you guys think ?


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 Post subject: Re: engine case
PostPosted: Sat Apr 18, 2009 5:03 pm 
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i painted mine, just spray bomb engine enamel. I just did a light coat.

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 Post subject: Re: engine case
PostPosted: Sat Apr 18, 2009 7:17 pm 
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I don't think there is any proof to that. I really do not believe it would make much difference in either direction. Paint it if you want to. It should not matter.
That's my $.02

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 Post subject: Re: engine case
PostPosted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 8:52 pm 
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I heard black disapates heat better than a bright colors,but dont know for sure.


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 Post subject: Re: engine case
PostPosted: Mon Apr 20, 2009 6:41 pm 
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I hot tank and paint all used cases.
No ill effects and they just plain look better that way IMHO.

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