Paint question
 

I'm about to put the engine in place on my SIG KADET LT-40 and was wondering if prior of doing that, I could paint the engine area.

What kind of paint should I get?
Does it have to be a special paint or, can I just go to the nearest "Home-Depot" and by a "common" paint?

Thank you in advance,
OG.

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Two things...

First, if you haven't already done it, you must "Fuel-Proof" the engine compartment. A good way to do this is to use 30 min epoxy thinned slightly with alcohol. After that cures, you may paint the area with any FUEL-PROOF paint available at your LHS. Most regular paints will deteriorate when exposed to glow fuels, so a good fuel-proof paint is required.

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I used Sig Supercoat. This stuff will do the job!

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a good polyurethane paint will do. But listen to Minnflyer fuel proof it first with epoxy

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This is what I did. However, I was wondering if, for the same purpose, one could use a "wood sealer" such as the ones used for decks etc. Any idea?

Thanks,
OG

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Idon't think so

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no, the wood on decks still soak up a bit of water during a rainstorm. I mean i havent tried it with fuel or anything, but that stuff isnt even 100% effective against water, so i wouldnt recommend it.

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Ditto... You must keep the fuel OUT of the wood. If you can't get to the hobby shop for regular fuel proof paint, do like rc_sport says and use a good polyurethane from your local hardware store.

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For what its worth, I use a clear polyurethane that is brushed on. It is suppose to be fuel-proof up to about 15% nitro. I have it on one of mine that I fly almost every weekend and I have had absolutely no problems with it and 10% fuel getting along.

Just my .02 worth . . .