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Old 01-01-2008, 07:02 PM
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Default Can I repaint my alternator?

Im trying to freshen up my engine compartment, am I able to repaint my alternator? (since im going to spray the bracket I though I would ask.) To my best knowledge, I believe you can.

What are your thoughts? Thanks
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Old 01-01-2008, 07:08 PM
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Default RE: Can I repaint my alternator?

yes just make sure to mask the holes,terminals etc so the paint doesnt get inside
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Old 01-01-2008, 07:27 PM
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or shove newspaper or papertowels in the vents/holes
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Old 01-01-2008, 07:53 PM
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powder coat would look good.
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Old 01-01-2008, 07:55 PM
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yeah anything would look good powdercoated. but itd have to be completely disassembled to do that.
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Old 01-01-2008, 11:45 PM
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have the alt buffed. you may need to take the pulley out tho...i had mine done recently and looks very nice...
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Old 01-02-2008, 11:28 AM
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Default RE: Can I repaint my alternator?

i was gonna mention that aswell. take some sandpaper to the thing and it will come out nice
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Old 01-02-2008, 07:21 PM
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Default RE: Can I repaint my alternator?

Summit sells a nice chrome 60 amp unit for under $90. Don't see how you could mask it and have it look good.

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