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KevinTJH · 12-18-2014, 09:52 AM

I had a look underneath my exhaust tips and I can't seem to find any bolts.

This is the exhaust system that I have:
http://www.garage88.com.au/index.php...oducts_id=1917

Are the tips not detachable for some exhaust systems?

Also, could someone give me an example of a good paint to use for the job? I'm thinking of painting the outside of the tips in gloss red and the inside in matte black. The tips don't get too hot so even plastidip would be able to withstand the heat?

The 2 popular brands I found are VHT and Rust-Oleum. Which would be the better choice? Also, is it also necessary to use primer prior to painting?

Thanks.

KevinTJH · 12-20-2014, 01:14 AM

Bump.

zooki · 12-20-2014, 11:07 AM

Just pull the whole axle back assembly off. It's only 2 bolts and 4 hangers. It's maybe a 10 minute job. You can't really go wrong with either paint. I like VHT personally.

wootwoot · 12-20-2014, 11:20 AM

I have seen people use Plasti-dip with good results. Google it.

KevinTJH · 12-21-2014, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by wootwoot

I have seen people use Plasti-dip with good results. Google it.

I read up on it on another forum, and apparently plasti-dip is only heat resistant up to 148 degrees C, which isn't suitable for exhaust tips.

I'll probably just go with the VHT then. Is the flameproof paint the right one to get?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VHT-HIGH-...item5d4221941f

I'm looking for more of a gloss finish, but since the exhaust tips don't get as hot, would I be able to use Caliper paint instead?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VHT-HIGH-...item5d3bc117bf

Does Primer need to be sprayed on before spraying the VHT paint on?

Thanks!

FirestormFRS · 12-21-2014, 08:40 AM

How bout you just paint them and find out what works and report back in about 6 years!

boredom.is.me · 12-21-2014, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KevinTJH

I read up on it on another forum, and apparently plasti-dip is only heat resistant up to 148 degrees C, which isn't suitable for exhaust tips.

I'll probably just go with the VHT then. Is the flameproof paint the right one to get?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VHT-HIGH-...item5d4221941f

I'm looking for more of a gloss finish, but since the exhaust tips don't get as hot, would I be able to use Caliper paint instead?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VHT-HIGH-...item5d3bc117bf

Does Primer need to be sprayed on before spraying the VHT paint on?

Thanks!

But many people have dipped their tips. (giggity) F*** what you read on a stat sheet. This is real life and it has worked in every case I've heard/read of.

And that's 300 degree F by the way. I can touch my exhaust tips after a run...

Liquid6 · 12-21-2014, 02:20 PM

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Here you go. Powder coated

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KevinTJH · 12-21-2014, 06:22 PM

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That looks amazing! Which paint exactly did you use?

Liquid6 · 12-21-2014, 07:34 PM

High heat powder coat. Idk what paint A shop did it.

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KevinTJH · 12-27-2014, 09:54 AM

Just in case some of you might be interested in knowing I went with painting the exhaust. I used a combination of VHT red caliper paint and clearcoat over it. I also painted the inside of the exhaust with BBQ heatproof blackpaint and a brush.

Liquid6 · 12-27-2014, 12:02 PM

👍looks good

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12-18-2014, 09:52 AM	#15
KevinTJH Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: Toyota GT86 RED Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 74 Thanks: 4 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I had a look underneath my exhaust tips and I can't seem to find any bolts. This is the exhaust system that I have: http://www.garage88.com.au/index.php...oducts_id=1917 Are the tips not detachable for some exhaust systems? Also, could someone give me an example of a good paint to use for the job? I'm thinking of painting the outside of the tips in gloss red and the inside in matte black. The tips don't get too hot so even plastidip would be able to withstand the heat? The 2 popular brands I found are VHT and Rust-Oleum. Which would be the better choice? Also, is it also necessary to use primer prior to painting? Thanks. Last edited by KevinTJH; 12-18-2014 at 11:52 PM.

12-20-2014, 11:07 AM	#17
zooki Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: waiting on a 2021... Location: Texas Posts: 770 Thanks: 190 Thanked 410 Times in 233 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	Just pull the whole axle back assembly off. It's only 2 bolts and 4 hangers. It's maybe a 10 minute job. You can't really go wrong with either paint. I like VHT personally. __________________ 2016 4Runner Tail edition 2020 Camry 2020 RAV4 2013 Chevy 3500 4x4 Duramax 1999 Ford F250 Powerstroke, the tow rig 1969 Mustang, the fast car....(:

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Liquid6 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2014 FR-S Location: Long Island Posts: 375 Thanks: 34 Thanked 71 Times in 57 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s)	High heat powder coat. Idk what paint A shop did it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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KevinTJH Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: Toyota GT86 RED Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 74 Thanks: 4 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Just in case some of you might be interested in knowing I went with painting the exhaust. I used a combination of VHT red caliper paint and clearcoat over it. I also painted the inside of the exhaust with BBQ heatproof blackpaint and a brush.

12-27-2014, 12:02 PM	#26
Liquid6 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2014 FR-S Location: Long Island Posts: 375 Thanks: 34 Thanked 71 Times in 57 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s)	👍looks good Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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