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Post by JaySmith » July 25, 2005

So I ended up repainting my original valve cover Iron Cast. As the one currently on my vehicle some guy wanted it. lol Anyways I did a premo job this time around, even let the damn thing cure for 4 days without touching it. Anyways as I was putting on the valve cover ground, I guess I accidently knicked it with the wrench :( Any suggestions on how to go about repairing this small little issue, the most easiest way. haha I don't feel like taking the cover off, remasking, and giving it another 1-2 coats in 5 days.
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Post by TRAVASS » July 25, 2005

carboard with a small hole it it, then spray the hole area lightly. might work! :-(
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Post by BRYCE » July 25, 2005

hmm how bad is it... and it must not hold up to good if you knicked it with a wrench. I would try the old hole in the cardboard, but i honestly dont think it will turn out like you want it to
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Post by JaySmith » July 25, 2005

The paint holds up. Its surprising. It must have just been an area that I didn't apply a heavy first coat too. :( I was even thinking of just slapping my "Stupid Hurts" Honda Bandaid Decal over it. lol
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Post by JaySmith » July 25, 2005

Ok another idea just came to mind. Powder Coat. However can the single cam valve covers be powder coated? :?:
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Post by Sean @ NDF » July 25, 2005

^ I don't see why not. But if you powdercoat the whole cover be sure to take the baffle off, otherwise the glass beads and what not get trapped in and that = bad news for your engine.
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Post by JaySmith » July 25, 2005

If I'm not mistaken, isn't your valve cover powder coated like a bright neon orange? And thanks for the tip. :) Also how do you go about removing the spark plug seals? And can they be reused?
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Post by Sean @ NDF » July 26, 2005

Yea, mines powdercoated. and yes, usually they can be. But if one is torn or cracking, I would get new ones. THere not too expensive. Taking the baffle off is a task though, so is tacking it back on. Maybe use some sealant over the new tacs when you put it back on
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Post by JDMcd8 » July 26, 2005

Secret Squirrel wrote:spray some paint onto a paper cup or plate and use a small very fine brush and touch it up


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That sounds like a great idea....I would go that route.. :wink:
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