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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 08:13 AM
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I got another valve cover that I would like to do a different color. Is there a DIY on what to use to strip it and how to repaint it?
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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 08:31 AM
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TBH I just had mine sandblasted and powder coated for $60 so it might not be worth your trouble. That is up to you.
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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 11:49 AM
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There are a few DIY's on this in the DIY forum of clubrsx.com.

Go to their DIY subforum and do a quick search
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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 09:35 PM
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^^ Thanks for the info.
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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by spa01s2k,Aug 8 2008, 11:13 AM
I got another valve cover that I would like to do a different color. Is there a DIY on what to use to strip it and how to repaint it?
When I did the valver cover on my Integra I usedAircraft Paint Remover to remove the O.E. finish. This product can be found at any local automotive/hardware store. IMO I would recommend using the aerosol version, just for the ease of application. For the finish I you're going to need to use a high temp primer and paint or get it pc'd.
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Old Aug 8, 2008 | 09:54 PM
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I use aerosol gasket remover, it seems to be a bit more powerful than the areosol paint removers I have used in the past. To finish it I would use a high temp paint like craig2teg suggested...
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