Radiator Paint

[Shawn]

Just delivered my original radiator for re-core at a local shop.  Is there anything available in a spray can that replicates OE finish?  I've used Eastwood radiator black in the past and a difficult time getting it to adhere.  Also looking for a correct petcock source

Thanks

[CharlesTurner]

They were originally lacquer, the eastwood stuff would be fine.  Anything with a catalyst/hardener in the paint will reduce the heat dissipation of the radiator.

Va Mustang should have the correct petcock.

[6T6SHELBY]

I too need to have my original radiator redone. Does anyone have any experience with anyone in the North Carolina area?

[Bob Gaines]

Just delivered my original radiator for re-core at a local shop.  Is there anything available in a spray can that replicates OE finish?  I've used Eastwood radiator black in the past and a difficult time getting it to adhere.  Also looking for a correct petcock source

Thanks

Try a number of light coats to get it to adhere better.

[OldGuy]

Just delivered my original radiator for re-core at a local shop.  Is there anything available in a spray can that replicates OE finish?  I've used Eastwood radiator black in the past and a difficult time getting it to adhere.  Also looking for a correct petcock source

Thanks

Try a number of light coats to get it to adhere better.

I've had great success with adhesion (and durability) by applying a very light (mist coating) of rattle-can Rust-Oleum self etching primer prior to applying your choice of top coat. The primer promotes adhesion on all of the dis-similar metal parts (copper, brass, solder, steel straps, etc.). The top coat will also "wet" the surfaces more uniformly and flow better than if bare metal surfaces were just sprayed with top coating.

Frank

[Shawn]

Thanks everyone!  This is very helpful