How to Restore/Paint Aluminum Engine Cover or Valve Cover

Today I’ll show how to restore an old corroded aluminum engine cover. The same steps can also be used to paint a valve cover.

Products used:
Dupli-Color Prep Spray Grease and Wax Remover: https://amzn.to/3Aof0Pp
Duplicolor Engine Primer/Enamel Engine Paint: https://amzn.to/3xj8nwY
Duplicolor Enamel Wheel Paint: https://amzn.to/3RLsb4r
80/120/220 grit sand paper: https://amzn.to/3RBHMDA

Since making this video, I have found excellent Clear coat options:
Spraymax 2k Gloss: https://amzn.to/43KbyMK
Duplicolor 1K Gloss: https://amzn.to/3UKXheM
Duplicolor 1K Matte: https://amzn.to/3A5i6rY

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