Painting / detailing the Intake System...

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TonyB
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Painting / detailing the Intake System...

Post by TonyB » Wed May 08, 2024 3:39 pm

Hey all,

I'm detailing my engive bay to bring it back to its best.

Has anyone painted / detailed their intake system without taking it out of the engine?

Be good to have receive any tips or suggestions.

Thanks,
Tony B

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Re: Painting / detailing the Intake System...

Post by Fast3000 » Wed May 08, 2024 10:11 pm

If you mean the pipes that go into the intake manifold, lettered Alpina, where the paint flakes off, I believe to do this properly you have to remove them and have them coated properly. Charles will be able to give better advice on how / who can do this.
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Re: Painting / detailing the Intake System...

Post by TonyB » Thu May 09, 2024 10:32 am

Hi,

Yes, that's exactly it. I was hoping for a simpler way, without removing it, but guess it makes sense to remove it.

Any other suggestions are welcome.

Thanks
Tony B

Alpina B3S conv E46 2003
Porsche 997.1 Turbo conv
RR Sport Autobiography 4.4SD V8 2017
BMW M4 Conv 2015 - gone but not forgotten
BMW 530D M Sport Touring 2015 - gone but not forgotten
Porsche Cayenne S - gone but not forgotten

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