Is it a wise idea to apply a commercial clear coat paint to a polished Edelbrock Performer Intake Maifold?
I just purchased a used item of this description and I believe it is Aluminum, so it may operate at a lower temp than steel. I'd like to prevent tarnishing and keep it preserved as a highly polished engine accessory. I am going to clear coat all other aluminum pieces that are not exposed to heat to prevent inevitable tarnishing (oxidation). Anyone tried this? Any opinions? Any warnings?
I'm replacing an existing Edelbrock Performer Intake Manifold. It may be a tarnished and previously highly polished intake manifold. It has a very smooth surface. Does anyone know if this is consistent with a polished manifold as opposed to an unpolished Edelbrock? Were the unpolished Edelbrock Intake Manifolds of cast aluminum with that sort of rough beaded look that unpolished aluminum castings have?
Or were the unpolished items also very smooth?
I will be offering my 'old' Edelbrock Intake for sale within the next month, if anyone is interested. Whether it is a polished or unpolished item, if anyone is interested.
Thank you in advance.
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