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General Discussion => Penton Talk => Topic started by: Marc Biro on June 10, 2004, 06:42:44 PM

Title: aluma blast paint
Post by: Marc Biro on June 10, 2004, 06:42:44 PM
Have you SACHS motor builders had problems with Eastwood's "Aluma Blast" paint not holding up to fuel? I run Sunoco 110 octane in my bike. After depressing the carb tickler to start the bike, as always you get a little gas running out of the float bowl. I noticed very soon that the fuel had eaten away the paint on top of the center cases. Any suggestions/comments?

Thanks

Marc
Title: aluma blast paint
Post by: Kip Kern on June 10, 2004, 09:29:03 PM
Marc  I have never had any problem but I don't use the high octane stuff either.  93 is the highest I have used.
Title: aluma blast paint
Post by: desmond197 on June 10, 2004, 11:23:50 PM
Eastwood makes a Diamond clear coat that I paint over the alumablast. The paint holds up a lot better.
Title: aluma blast paint
Post by: Marc Biro on June 11, 2004, 12:28:57 AM
Thanks guys, I appreciate your input.

Marc
Title: aluma blast paint
Post by: crash carden on June 11, 2004, 07:33:24 PM
Hello Marc,my little trick to solve that gas overflow problem. Before I start my bikes I just fold a shop rag or paper towel into a small square slide it under the carb and let it soak up any excess gas. By the time its warmed up I toss the rag aside and go racing!Hope this helps you out, Crash Carden ,Go Team Penton!
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