Painted My CP-E CAI!

[RichB]

I recently purchased a used CP-E CAI and painted it black. I took some pics along the way. What do you think?

Before

Sanded & Prep'd for Primer

Primered

Painted and Drying

Finished!

Now I have to install this baby then paint my IC pipes black.

 

[R242]

Great paint, looks like a powdercoat finish!

 

[RichB]

Thanks! I'm hoping the heat from the engine bay will bake it on there a little too

 

[oaklandopen]

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[gabe755]

Awesome finish! did you happen to use engine enamel spray paint?

 

[RichB]

yup, used engine enamel.

 

[gabe755]

yup, used engine enamel.

one of the best, painted my wheels with it too.

 

[fishdonotbounce]

Looks good man. Much cheaper than buying the powdercoated one and it looks just as good!

 

[oaklandopen]

one of the best, painted my wheels with it too.

You make me want to spruce up my OEMs

 

[gabe755]

do it! no regrets!! its amazing the difference in appearance

 

[RichB]

I finally got the CAI installed. I also painted my IC piping. Here's how it looks:

 

[oaklandopen]

Valve cover next

That wasn't a question either....do it