Need some advice on paint please :)

Hi All,

Im currently rebuilding my Mk1 Cabby GTI and need some advice or tips and hints on what product would be best to use to paint my head on an 1800 8V.

I would like it to go silver and not too fussed if its glossy or Matt finish i just want it to look fresh!

Any help or advice is greatly appreciated! thanks

Matt

I'm just using a standard engine enamel to freshen mine up from my local motor factors.

spot on bud thanks for that, im trying to find some clear laquer thats got a decent heat proof rating! fingers crossed as it needs to be done pretty quick!

http://www.frost.co.uk/item_Detail.asp?productID=9483&frostProductName=Eastwoods%20Extreme%20High%20Temperature%20Clear%20(236ml)%20&catID=24&frostCat=Painting&frostSubCat=Eastwood&subCat
ID=32

Not cheap though!  8O

hmmm blimey thats pricey, do they deliver products like that? im sure they only do collection service on certain products! im tempted to polish the head and not paint it but cant be bothered with all the re polishing every now and then thank you very much for the link

This is a good read if your detailing mate:

The Mk1 Golf Owners Club

I've also heard good things about vapour blasting aluminium parts, they come out factory fresh but it leaves them in the raw.