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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:35 PM
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Powder Coating valve cover? heat resistant?

i was wondering if anybody knew if i powder coated my valve cover would it reduce the amount of heat that it gives off right now?
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 02:03 PM
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probably not
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 05:57 PM
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You can't, it's plastic.
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:55 PM
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You can't, it's plastic.
which valve cover are you looking at cuz the '07 fit valve cover isn't plastic.
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 10:17 PM
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I assume you were talking about the intake manifold cover?
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 10:40 PM
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the valve cover is metal or aluminum. but the engine cover is plastic.

iirc, some fits/jazz's in other countries dont come with an engine cover
 
Old Jul 19, 2008 | 10:43 PM
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I assume you were talking about the intake manifold cover?
I'm talking about the valve cover which is metal, i assume you were talking about the intake manifold/engine cover which is plastic.
 
Old Jul 20, 2008 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by bluerice
I'm talking about the valve cover which is metal, i assume you were talking about the intake manifold/engine cover which is plastic.
Much like previous users have mentioned, powder coat will unfortunately not help reduce the overall heat that is given off by the valve cover. However, if this is something you truly are looking into doing, then I suggest researching high heat exhaust coatings. As not only are they usually offered in a Satin Black, or Charcoal Gray Metallic but will significantly help reduce surface temperatures.
 
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