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Best Paint for Lil Tex
smokymtnjonny:
I’m thinking about sanding and painting that vintage Lil Tex I got on FB. It’s got a small amount of light surface rust in places, but the overall finish is dull and faded. I need suggestions on brands of paint that would be up to the task. Also, can you get a smooth finish with a brush, or is spray the way to go?
Bentley:
I dont know any brands other then Krylon or Rust-o-lium, and they will work, but I think you are better using an engine block high heat paint. Doubt you will be able to not leave brush strokes on metal with a brush, maybe one of those black sponge ones. Guys with much more knowledge about it will be on to help in awhile!
okie smokie:
Lowes or Home Depot has high temp paint for grills in spray cans. Rustoleum and Krylon products both work. You might need to decide whether you like it "flat" or "satin" finished. Only way to go is to spray IMO. Just be careful not to overspray. Better to do a couple of light coats. After you sand all the rust and loose paint off and wipe it down, you are ready to sprits! Be sure to pick the paint with the highest temp protection. I used the Rustoleum on my Blazn and Traeger grills with good results both inside and out. I would let it dry for a couple of days before lighting up. I found that the heat protection of 1200 to 2000* is available, which is hotter than engine heat, so I would use the specific high heat stuff.
smokymtnjonny:
Thanks for the advice! I want the finish to have somewhat of a shine, so that would be satin, right?
02ebz06:
--- Quote from: okie smokie on July 19, 2022, 10:59:49 AM ---Lowes or Home Depot has high temp paint for grills in spray cans. Rustoleum and Krylon products both work. You might need to decide whether you like it "flat" or "satin" finished. Only way to go is to spray IMO. Just be careful not to overspray. Better to do a couple of light coats. After you sand all the rust and loose paint off and wipe it down, you are ready to sprits! Be sure to pick the paint with the highest temp protection. I used the Rustoleum on my Blazn and Traeger grills with good results both inside and out. I would let it dry for a couple of days before lighting up. I found that the heat protection of 1200 to 2000* is available, which is hotter than engine heat, so I would use the specific high heat stuff.
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When you mentioned "engine heat" it reminded me that they (at least HD) have spray paint specifically labeled for engines to 2000 degrees.
I had used the Rustoleum one on my GridIron when I had it.
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