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Discussion in '360/430' started by Spyder631, Jul 19, 2016.

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  1. Spyder631

    Spyder631 Karting

    Dec 28, 2011
    188
    NYC & Sagaponack NY
    #1 Spyder631, Jul 19, 2016
    While looking in my engine bay this weekend, I noticed that I've got some krinkle paint flaking off the valve covers in a few spots. While i've searched old threads on this topic (and there are some), they're kind of old. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to touch up spots so at least it's a close match to what's there? What is the standard color used on those valve covers (rosa corsa?) Alternatively, has anyone had their dealer service department fix this for them as I'm not a huge DIY type of guy? I don't want to make a federal case over this; a touch up would be fine vs. having the parts removed/stripped/fully resprayed. Recommendations please....
     
  2. HIO Silver

    HIO Silver Formula Junior

    Mar 12, 2016
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    Alonso C.
    #2 HIO Silver, Jul 19, 2016
    'Could buy a can VHT wrinkle paint (from your local parts store) and do a "spray-out" on a non-porous surface to see if the color is close. https://www.amazon.com/Duplicolor-High-Paint-Wrinkle-SP204/dp/B0082LKRHU

    ...maybe it's time to be a DIY kind of guy.
     
  3. 360+Volt=Prius

    360+Volt=Prius Formula 3
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    #3 360+Volt=Prius, Jul 19, 2016

    I think you are referring to the air plenum cover, not the valve cover.

    Don't do this. VHT is the Wrong color and texture I tried it.

    My recommendation, unless it's a very small area or you are going to enter the car in a concourse competition take off the air plenum cover and have it power coated. You will never have to give it another thought. If it is a small area like a cm or smaller call Frank Zucchi. he is really nice and will mix up some paint for you to do a touch up. He will also paint the plenum if you send it to him. I powder coated mine. Less texture, color is very close, I actually like it better.

    Frank Zucchi Restoration Inc
    6421 Southfront Rd Unit A
    Livermore CA 94551
    925-294-5666
    925-294-5690 fax


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  4. HIO Silver

    HIO Silver Formula Junior

    Mar 12, 2016
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    #4 HIO Silver, Jul 20, 2016
    Not me. the OP.

    Good to know that VHT is a no go....... mental note made.
     
  5. Spyder631

    Spyder631 Karting

    Dec 28, 2011
    188
    NYC & Sagaponack NY
    #5 Spyder631, Jul 20, 2016
    @HIO Silver, yes I meant the air plenum cover. Thank you for the recommendation....I will reach out to Frank.

    Appreciate the advice.
     

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