DIY ceramic coating
#41
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I used this stuff and it looks great. I haven't heat cycled it yet though. I chose it because it's air cured. Some of my pieces were too big to fit in my oven
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
And be sure to spray it in a paint booth or prep pad to get away from the fumes. The stuff is Ammonia based.. even with a respirator on it choked me out
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We used that when we put together the racecar, its lasted all season, just be very sure make the substrate clean.. very clean before spraying it.
And be sure to spray it in a paint booth or prep pad to get away from the fumes. The stuff is Ammonia based.. even with a respirator on it choked me out
And be sure to spray it in a paint booth or prep pad to get away from the fumes. The stuff is Ammonia based.. even with a respirator on it choked me out
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This is the same Cerakote that people put on their guns, correct? So I could have local gun guy apply this for me? And is the Cerakote mainly for looks, or does it have thermal properties like the ceramic coating in the OP?
Mike
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http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
Cerakote Glacier Black
Item: C-7600Q
Description:Unsurpassed. No other word can adequetely describe Cerakote C-7600 Glacier Black coating. Formulated to withstand temperatures of over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and thermal shock from those temperatures directly into water with no adverse effects, C-7600 retains its deep black, sleek satin finish in the most extreme environments. C-Series coatings are a line of air cured, ready to spray ceramic coatings.
Appearance
* Ultra smooth
* Deep, rich black finish
Application
* Easy to apply, Single coat, Air cure formula
* 85% solids yields higher coverage than any other high temp coating
* Self-leveling properties
Other
* VOC Exempt in all 50 states
Performance
*Better thermal barrier properties than any other high temperature coating
* Industry leading heated and un-heated corrosion resistance
* No discoloration, even past 2000
#47
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this is the stuff i ordered
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
Cerakote Glacier Black
Item: C-7600Q
Description:Unsurpassed. No other word can adequetely describe Cerakote C-7600 Glacier Black coating. Formulated to withstand temperatures of over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and thermal shock from those temperatures directly into water with no adverse effects, C-7600 retains its deep black, sleek satin finish in the most extreme environments. C-Series coatings are a line of air cured, ready to spray ceramic coatings.
Appearance
* Ultra smooth
* Deep, rich black finish
Application
* Easy to apply, Single coat, Air cure formula
* 85% solids yields higher coverage than any other high temp coating
* Self-leveling properties
Other
* VOC Exempt in all 50 states
Performance
*Better thermal barrier properties than any other high temperature coating
* Industry leading heated and un-heated corrosion resistance
* No discoloration, even past 2000
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
Cerakote Glacier Black
Item: C-7600Q
Description:Unsurpassed. No other word can adequetely describe Cerakote C-7600 Glacier Black coating. Formulated to withstand temperatures of over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and thermal shock from those temperatures directly into water with no adverse effects, C-7600 retains its deep black, sleek satin finish in the most extreme environments. C-Series coatings are a line of air cured, ready to spray ceramic coatings.
Appearance
* Ultra smooth
* Deep, rich black finish
Application
* Easy to apply, Single coat, Air cure formula
* 85% solids yields higher coverage than any other high temp coating
* Self-leveling properties
Other
* VOC Exempt in all 50 states
Performance
*Better thermal barrier properties than any other high temperature coating
* Industry leading heated and un-heated corrosion resistance
* No discoloration, even past 2000
I'd suggest letting it sit for a week after spraying it just to make sure it totally cures.
We did both turbo manifolds, crossover, wastegate dump tubes, turbine housing (maybe more) and only used about 1/2 to 1/3rd of the container. It's lasted all season of racing, with no real issues.. you'll be surprised how fast it cools down also.
The prep work, IE: sandblasting, masking of v band's and cleaning before spraying are very important. Spending the extra time to be extremely thorough is very important.
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Wrapping is a pain, and when you have to take it off its a messy, itchy nightmare.
#53
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Nope, just the outside.
I don't think it'd be worth the time to be honest. It's such a large chunk of Iron that the benefits wouldn't be worth it. At least in our application.
I don't think it'd be worth the time to be honest. It's such a large chunk of Iron that the benefits wouldn't be worth it. At least in our application.
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DIY Piston Crowns
Hi, thanks for the info as I have used VHT on piston crowns for years.
I have never have a problem with engine damage, a type of damage caused by ceramic "flaking".
Your given idea, "DIY" coat a piston crown.
I will do so, then give it a "torch" test.
Lance
I have never have a problem with engine damage, a type of damage caused by ceramic "flaking".
Your given idea, "DIY" coat a piston crown.
I will do so, then give it a "torch" test.
Lance
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I used this stuff and it looks great. I haven't heat cycled it yet though. I chose it because it's air cured. Some of my pieces were too big to fit in my oven
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
http://www.cerakotehightemp.com/fini...glacier-black/
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so i just got some of this stuff in the mail, ill be doing my hotside when it gets here, sounds like ill be doing it outside from what your guys are saying, can this be brushed on or does it have to be sprayed on? probably better coverage being sprayed on im guessing, i dont care how it turns out honeslty cause im gonna wrap it too