Pic Request: Bare Metal Valve Cover

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Dec 11, 2006 | 12:12 AM

#11

itS2Krazy

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Originally Posted by BlownAP,Dec 10 2006, 11:00 PM

the bare metal looks great, to bad it has scuff marks on it........

the scuff marks were under the oem paint when i stripped it. it was like that.

it gives it character.

Dec 11, 2006 | 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by itS2Krazy,Dec 11 2006, 04:12 AM

it gives it character.

I like it a lot.

Dec 12, 2006 | 09:43 AM

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BSeriouS

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That looks awesome right there

If the grey was a couple shades darker like the Mugen Valve Cover for B-Series motors, it would be sex.

Its2krazy: Yes your valve cover gives character

Dec 12, 2006 | 10:15 AM

#14

XclusiveAutosports

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Originally Posted by TyConway21,Dec 10 2006, 07:13 PM

use aircraft paint stripper, no sanding required....

I used that stuff also when Dave PC'd my valve cover and that is some NASTY stuff! Make sure you wear really thick gloves if you use it because my hands were burning trough the gloves.

*edit*... I just saw the pics you posted Dave, I love the bling bling note.

That must be JDM son!

Dec 12, 2006 | 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by itS2Krazy,Dec 10 2006, 07:08 PM

Off-topic, but what kind of front strut bar is this?

Dec 12, 2006 | 02:29 PM

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S2000GT

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valve cover and most of the engine bay powdercoated black chrome

Dec 12, 2006 | 06:52 PM

#17

NFRs2000NYC

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The stock valve cover will begin to turn a nasty shade of grey when you start to sand it. It is impossible to get the brushed aluminum look on it....cast aluminum doesnt look good.....so dont do it.