Engine bay paint?

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Darrman
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Engine bay paint?

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What is the best (black) paint to use in the engine bay? I dont want gloss, semi or flat is a must, but needs to be heat, chemical and mildly impact resistant. Anybody have a preferred type/brand? Thanks!
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I just used Rustolium satin black. It seems to be holding up OK. Mine isn't a daily driver though. Some POR15 first might be a good idea.
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NAPA has a spray-paint called Underhood Black. It matches the semi-flat black under the hood perfectly. It was about $7 bucks a can, but it covers well and a can goes a long way.
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any paint will be resistant enough to heat. You can spray a motor with normal paint.
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Thanks, has anyone ever tried this bedliner spray paint? I used it on my receiver hitch on my X, has held up great so far. It is textured tho, so I was thinking maybe use it on the inner wheel wells and the backsides of the fenders. Dont remember what the brand is, have to look again.
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Duplicolor Low Gloss Black Engine Enamel. Its everywhere,... high heat, resists gas and oil, good adhesion.
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