Gsx1100er Posted October 20, 2018 Posted October 20, 2018 (edited) Just bought a 1990 gsxr750L as a project , to go with the EFE / GSXR hybrid I already have ( dirt cheap as someone has previously butchered it to near death ). At some point I want to repaint the engine ( probably satin black ) and was hoping someone might be able to recommend something decent. Any help appreciated Gaz Edited October 20, 2018 by Gsx1100er smelling error Quote
Jaydee Posted October 20, 2018 Posted October 20, 2018 I've used Halfords Engine Satin Black on the last 6 engines I gave a spring clean/service/rebuild. What I like about it is the black dulls down a touch and has a hint of grey. Looks far more subtle i.m.h.o. Just brush it on and it flats out as it drys. Never found the need to spray on as happy with the finish, key is not to repaint any area till dry from the last coat. As long as you have all loose dirt, flakey paint removed and the engine degreased and bone dry, the finish will last in all weathers. 1 Quote
wraith Posted October 21, 2018 Posted October 21, 2018 Simoniz engine paint, used its a lot on different engines. The GS1000 I did 2-3 years ago and use it all year round, still looks like it's just been done. Quote
bluedog59 Posted October 21, 2018 Posted October 21, 2018 Surface prep is the important thing before paint choice, get it right and just about any brand will stick. Apparently there is a Scania chassis paint that sticks well and a good match for the stock grey. Quote
370steve Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 On 10/21/2018 at 11:00 PM, Mark said: Pj1 is really good stuff. PJ1 USED to be good, they have changed the formula, it is now Sh1t Quote
wraith Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Patrol is good for removing PJ1 engine paint 1 Quote
Duckndive Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 its all in the prep I,ve used pound shop "black gloss" with no problems Quote
zedhead Posted October 24, 2018 Posted October 24, 2018 I used Smoothrite with excellent results, as others have said, it's all in the prep ;-) Quote
Captain Chaos Posted October 24, 2018 Posted October 24, 2018 have used Crafts spray, made in Holland and until recently for sale here in Lithuania. Painted an EFE rocker cover 6 years ago and it still looks like new now. A mechanic friend now uses Motip Wheelspray with good results as well. At work I have painted a few ditch pump engines with Harley Davidson Texture paint, not cheap but very good stuff. But as said before crap prep = crap result, no matter what paint you use. Quote
Reddragon Posted October 25, 2018 Posted October 25, 2018 Used Halfords on the last 4 engines I've painted too Quote
Rake Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 Just embarking on a 750L restoration project and am also researching paint available in the UK for the engine but I would like the stock grey colour. the ones discussed in say what now!?.com are all USA so cant get them here so would appreciate any suggestions. I gather complete engine dissassembly is required to do this right. What / how had people prepped the engines with ? I was considering vapour or bead plasting ? Quote
wraith Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 I think the same grey colour on the gsxr engines is hard to find. As to prep, all depends on whether you want to spend the time or spend the money on having it vapour blasted? If you do it yourself, you need to make sure you remove all the grease etc, I use a engine clear first then go over it with panel wipe (thinners) then give it a good rub down, one more time with the panel wipe then spray. Or just get it vapour blasted and paint. Quote
Dezza Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 24 minutes ago, wraith said: I think the same grey colour on the gsxr engines is hard to find. As to prep, all depends on whether you want to spend the time or spend the money on having it vapour blasted? If you do it yourself, you need to make sure you remove all the grease etc, I use a engine clear first then go over it with panel wipe (thinners) then give it a good rub down, one more time with the panel wipe then spray. Or just get it vapour blasted and paint. A match is a Scania lorry chassis paint. FBOB found this out. I have a tin in my shed for future use and I can post the exact shade tomorrow. 1 Quote
TonyGee Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 ive used just ordinary body paint on many engines and never had a problem, when i did my bandit with the grey engine i took a cover to our local paint shop who matched the paint with their paint chips, he then mixed a spray tin for me, an almost perfect match. 1 Quote
Toddy64 Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 I found the correct engine colour RAL7021 Black Grey from Huddersfield Autopaint, and although this is not actually engine paint, it certainly gave my 1100K a welcome refresh. Had I actually removed the engine I would have probably searched for the proper stuff, but this has lasted a season well, and as long as I don’t spill anymore petrol or clutch fluid on it, I expect it to last a few more years. Defo worth a try as I think I paid about £15 for a single can 1 Quote
Swiss Toni Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 Looks pretty close to the original grey. Maybe slightly shinier? Quote
Toddy64 Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 Nah, honestly Tony, it’s absolutely spot on, I was quite surprised, a nice Satin finish as it says on the tin (sounds like a bloody Ronseal ad) iirc I think I found the colour code on an American gsxr type site, they of course had the luxury of the correct PJ1 type stuff. Loving the Halfords Volvo grey, may give that a try too Quote
Dezza Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 I don't think I've seen anyone paint an engine with it still in the frame before. Even with one sitting on the bench I find that it's impossible to clean every nook and cranny without removing the starter and generator and then spending two weeks sanding cleaning sanding cleaning (repeat a zillion times) with various tools/chemicals before getting round to my first can shake. 1 Quote
Jonny Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 (edited) On 10/23/2018 at 7:29 PM, 370steve said: PJ1 USED to be good, they have changed the formula, it is now Sh1t I'm glad you said that, because I used it on some EFE engine parts after everyone said it was great, and it stated flaking off quite soon after. Thought it was just me... Edited February 24, 2021 by Jonny 1 Quote
370steve Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jonny said: I'm glad you said that, because I used it on some EFE engine parts after everyone said it was great, and it stated flaking off quite soon after. Thought it was just me... I was told that PJ1 makers were told they would have to get EU certification ( E mark) for import into European Union for their "full Fat" paint, would have cost them around £100K for the process, so they ditched the formula for a less harmful one, thats why you can only get "proper" PJ1 if you order it from non EU countries from my understanding. 1 Quote
Captain Chaos Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 Is the fuel cap on Slingy tanks the exact same colour as the engine? Quote
Swiss Toni Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 So, as we’re no longer in the EU, won’t we be able to get the ‘full fat’ PJ1? And Nitromors ... that actually works? 2 Quote
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