painting an intercooler?
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painting an intercooler?
I was just wondering if it would hurt anything if I painted my intercooler a flat black. I would tape off the fins and paint the endtanks and tops a few coats first, then just lightly spray the fins. I want to have a sleeper kind of look/feel about it, and its my first turbo project.
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Search, search, search...........
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON in the top left hand corner.......
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON in the top left hand corner.......
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeyserSoze »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Search, search, search...........
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON <U>in the top left hand corner....... </U>
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.</TD></TR></TABLE>
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.
OP,
you can paint Intercoolers. Just make sure what ever you use is thin.
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON <U>in the top left hand corner....... </U>
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.</TD></TR></TABLE>
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.
OP,
you can paint Intercoolers. Just make sure what ever you use is thin.
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Re: (KeyserSoze)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeyserSoze »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Search, search, search...........
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON in the top left hand corner.......
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Where, Where? Oh god I can't find the BIG RED SEARCH BUTTON in the top LEFT CORNER. Please help me, I can't find it!
You need to learn to use that BIG RED BUTTON in the top left hand corner.......
There are at least twenty threads on this very topic. Ask me how I know.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Where, Where? Oh god I can't find the BIG RED SEARCH BUTTON in the top LEFT CORNER. Please help me, I can't find it!
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeithsDAteg »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. Then you feebly attempt to belittle me because.....well maybe it makes you feel like a smart guy or something. I really was not being a smart ***. I was actually being quite nice. My statements could have been much more poingnant. If you feel I was being a smart *** then you obviously do not know what smart is. Take care.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jmm96gsr »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Where, Where? Oh god I can't find the BIG RED SEARCH BUTTON in the top LEFT CORNER. Please help me, I can't find it! </TD></TR></TABLE>
Wow, look at the funny guy. Way to be original here missy. Next time find your own joke and try not to co-sign on someone else's. Perhaps buy a book or perform a google search on "put downs." Either way, good job with the off topic statement as you did nothing yourself to alleviate the issue.
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. Then you feebly attempt to belittle me because.....well maybe it makes you feel like a smart guy or something. I really was not being a smart ***. I was actually being quite nice. My statements could have been much more poingnant. If you feel I was being a smart *** then you obviously do not know what smart is. Take care.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jmm96gsr »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Where, Where? Oh god I can't find the BIG RED SEARCH BUTTON in the top LEFT CORNER. Please help me, I can't find it! </TD></TR></TABLE>
Wow, look at the funny guy. Way to be original here missy. Next time find your own joke and try not to co-sign on someone else's. Perhaps buy a book or perform a google search on "put downs." Either way, good job with the off topic statement as you did nothing yourself to alleviate the issue.
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to the ones that said just search... thats fine. i got ahead of myself and didnt think about searching.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeyserSoze »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. </TD></TR></TABLE>
That isnt needed. This site is helpful as long as you can get DECENT people to post for you. A simple search is fine. When you get flamed for something that may get asked every now and then, its pitiful. I try to help people as much as I can on this site, regardless of how many times a question is asked. Even if its just a simple "search". Flaming isnt necessary, especially to the point that some have taken it. I have posted once, thats it, and I got a couple responses about search, flame... flame, search... Regardless, if you want to flame me, go for it, but atleast be helpful and not just flame without SOME helpful info.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeyserSoze »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. </TD></TR></TABLE>
That isnt needed. This site is helpful as long as you can get DECENT people to post for you. A simple search is fine. When you get flamed for something that may get asked every now and then, its pitiful. I try to help people as much as I can on this site, regardless of how many times a question is asked. Even if its just a simple "search". Flaming isnt necessary, especially to the point that some have taken it. I have posted once, thats it, and I got a couple responses about search, flame... flame, search... Regardless, if you want to flame me, go for it, but atleast be helpful and not just flame without SOME helpful info.
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ignore morons who like to take their post count up by whoring up and acting like mods.
Anyways, I just took flat black engine spray paint, and misted the front of my intercooler lightly and I never had any issues.
Anyways, I just took flat black engine spray paint, and misted the front of my intercooler lightly and I never had any issues.
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Re: (KeyserSoze)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeyserSoze »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. Then you feebly attempt to belittle me because.....well maybe it makes you feel like a smart guy or something. I really was not being a smart ***. I was actually being quite nice. My statements could have been much more poingnant. If you feel I was being a smart *** then you obviously do not know what smart is. Take care.
Wow, look at the funny guy. Way to be original here missy. Next time find your own joke and try not to co-sign on someone else's. Perhaps buy a book or perform a google search on "put downs." Either way, good job with the off topic statement as you did nothing yourself to alleviate the issue. </TD></TR></TABLE>
Sounds like someone needs a nap. Shame on you for posting a "off topic statement" also. BTW, a light coat of spray paint should do the trick for you, madpipr.
Irrelevant......the point is that he has put zero effort into finding an answer on his own. Apparently you would rather spoon feed him some info than teach him or coherce him into finding the infomation on his own. Then you feebly attempt to belittle me because.....well maybe it makes you feel like a smart guy or something. I really was not being a smart ***. I was actually being quite nice. My statements could have been much more poingnant. If you feel I was being a smart *** then you obviously do not know what smart is. Take care.
Wow, look at the funny guy. Way to be original here missy. Next time find your own joke and try not to co-sign on someone else's. Perhaps buy a book or perform a google search on "put downs." Either way, good job with the off topic statement as you did nothing yourself to alleviate the issue. </TD></TR></TABLE>
Sounds like someone needs a nap. Shame on you for posting a "off topic statement" also. BTW, a light coat of spray paint should do the trick for you, madpipr.
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Re: painting an intercooler? (madpipr)
Yeah its possible to paint the intercooler. Just make sure you use light coats. Huge layers will decrease the efficency of the intercooler.
Your best bet is to get it anozied. Plus it looks so much cooler.
Your best bet is to get it anozied. Plus it looks so much cooler.
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Re: painting an intercooler? (almostboostedgsr)
i wont bother with the painting intercooler issue.
but on the search issue, you guys realize that this site, in comparison to other car forums has about the WORST search engine for one simple reason. stupid thread titles.
i.e. Yo yo check out my mad tite fo shizzle N-ter-cool-R!!! yo!
sure youll get some hits, but cut some of these ************* some slack.
but on the search issue, you guys realize that this site, in comparison to other car forums has about the WORST search engine for one simple reason. stupid thread titles.
i.e. Yo yo check out my mad tite fo shizzle N-ter-cool-R!!! yo!
sure youll get some hits, but cut some of these ************* some slack.
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Re: painting an intercooler? (madpipr)
also be advised that living in VA will probably require you to have to repaint the intercooler at least once a year. it only took one winter of salty road to pretty much ruin my black intercooler and charge pipes. it does look pretty sweet with a fresh coat on it though.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KeithsDAteg »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.
OP,
you can paint Intercoolers. Just make sure what ever you use is thin.
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lmao!
You try to be a smart ***, and I backfires on you.
ITS TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE.
OP,
you can paint Intercoolers. Just make sure what ever you use is thin.
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lmao!
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Re: painting an intercooler? (93Civic_hb)
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Um, you sort of understand the physics - flat black both absorbs and radiates heat efficiently. You can get a spray can of radiator paint from sources like Eastwood. I always paint FMICs to cut down on the 'steal me' look you get with a big shiny one.
Best of luck with your project.
Um, you sort of understand the physics - flat black both absorbs and radiates heat efficiently. You can get a spray can of radiator paint from sources like Eastwood. I always paint FMICs to cut down on the 'steal me' look you get with a big shiny one.
Best of luck with your project.
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Re: painting an intercooler? (Top Ramen)
i did my old one with flat black heat disapating radiator paint, i think it was like 10 bucks a can but it did seem to actually keep it a little bit cooler