I am working on a new engine mount for a running IC model that will see lots of oil, a little gasoline, general IC engine abuse. The base is a 1/4" aluminum plate, maybe 18" X 12" in size, very plain, but functional.
I'd like to finish it in some manner. I've had rotten luck in the past painting aluminum. I know it needs a correct primer. The enamel paints that I have been using in the past seem to shrug off oil well, so the trick is in the priming.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a proper aluminum prime so I can shoot this thing with a bit of color? Any other tips on finishing off aluminum at home? Thanks.
I'd like to finish it in some manner. I've had rotten luck in the past painting aluminum. I know it needs a correct primer. The enamel paints that I have been using in the past seem to shrug off oil well, so the trick is in the priming.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a proper aluminum prime so I can shoot this thing with a bit of color? Any other tips on finishing off aluminum at home? Thanks.