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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:05 PM
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I like the look of a painted block but will I lose power or is there any downsides to painting my block
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:19 PM
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Depends on the color. lol jk you wont loose any power, just make sure you cover all the ports well and you use high temp paint. A lot of degreaser too to clean it up.
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:26 PM
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Looking a like a primer black or a gloss black
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 09:34 PM
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 11:05 PM
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No downsides that I can think off, just prep the block good and take your time and it should turn out good.
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 11:12 PM
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its wont keep the heat from escaping ?
thats what I've see said before
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Nah no downsides. Check this thread out.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/advanced-...c-coating.html

Not same as just normal painting, but it still gives you a good idea.
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