FRCs and Painted Intake

[Constrictor]

Painted LS1 Intake
After many hours of sanding by hand:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0115a.jpg

After Regular Automotive Primer (can is seen in the background)
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0118a.jpg

After several coats of Rust-O-Leum Aluminum colored Enamel:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0124a.jpg

After clearcoat and wetsanding and fuel rail installed:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0175a.jpg

Fuel Rail Covers
Cut Needed for throttle bracket:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0214c.jpg

Cut needed on passenger side for A4 tube and PCM Wiring
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0217c.jpg

No Cuts needed anywhere on Drivers side (only applies to 98-99 cars)
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0218c.jpg

Finished Product:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0212c.jpg

In case you're wondering, I do plan on filling in the Corvette logos, sanding them down, painting them, and then putting Trans Am logos on the FRCs, but thats a project for this spring.

[Sandman]

Looks real nice man, wanna do mine? Also, how come you got those cool labeled parts, mine didn't come with anything :ripped: :D :D

[Constrictor]

Originally posted by Sandman
Looks real nice man, wanna do mine? Also, how come you got those cool labeled parts, mine didn't come with anything :ripped: :D :D

Thats because when I ordered my car, it came with the rare WS3 package. Anytime I work on my car, these floating holograms are projected over every part with an arrow telling me what they are. Its pretty useful when working on the car! :D

[JUS]

thats clean, man. nice.

[JUS]

i saw some slp smooth belows going on ebay for 9.95. that would look sweet on your setup.

[Chris00WS6]

I've had my FRC's sitting in the garage for months now...maybe i'll get around to putting them on this spring also when it's not so damn cold. It looks clean man. Good job.

[Affirmed]

Damn your really creative when it ocmes to customizing your car thats sweet.

[Luke]

Originally posted by Constrictor
Painted LS1 Intake
After many hours of sanding by hand:
http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0115a.jpg



I bet all that sanding was a pain. I hate sanding, that's why my intake will probably stay like it is. ;)

[TheSilverSurfer]

I like the WS3 package. Seriously that stuff looks great:cool:

[02RedWS6TA]

Looks great in the pics.

Is there any way I could get a high res pic of the intake? I want to paint mine but am on a budget. The spray can looks like it did a great job but I'm worried about how it will look when it's been driven for a few hundred miles, washed, and how well the paint is going to hold up.

Did you use spray can clear too? Everytime I've tried to use spray can clear on plastic it makes the paint drip and run and looks like crap. If you used can clear did you get rustoleum again?

Thanks if you can get a high res pic I'll host it for you if you need.

Email is justindf@thebestgen.com

if you can't no big deal, I think it looks great.

[O1PewterWS6]

Wow that looks really really good!!!

[Constrictor]

Originally posted by Shamrock
I bet all that sanding was a pain. I hate sanding, that's why my intake will probably stay like it is. ;)

Yeah, I do too, and youre right, it was a pain in the ass, but now looking back, I am so glad I did it. I've seen other people who paitned their intakes without sanding them, and seeing those black casting circles on the top of each runner, just looks tacky in my opinion.

Originally posted by 02RedWS6TA
Looks great in the pics.

Is there any way I could get a high res pic of the intake? I want to paint mine but am on a budget. The spray can looks like it did a great job but I'm worried about how it will look when it's been driven for a few hundred miles, washed, and how well the paint is going to hold up.

Did you use spray can clear too? Everytime I've tried to use spray can clear on plastic it makes the paint drip and run and looks like crap. If you used can clear did you get rustoleum again?

Thanks if you can get a high res pic I'll host it for you if you need.

Email is justindf@thebestgen.com

if you can't no big deal, I think it looks great.

Which picture in particular do you want? I still have the original images from my camera, I can send you any of them, but tell me which one you want.

Yes, the primer, paint, and clear were all from a spray can. Although its not as good as pro paint, as long as you use self control, make quick and steady motions, and keep the can at a proper distance, it wont run, and it will look good.

Those pictures were taken in May of last year. Since then, I put on about 3000 miles on the car and washed the engine at least a couple times. Still looks as good as the day I painted it.

Harsh chemicals or gasoline will hurt the paint, but soapy water will not.

[02RedWS6TA]

http://www.metalreviewcentre.com/images/Pdrm0175a.jpg

that pic if you could.

thanks a lot. :D

[ksuwildcat]

i am going to sand mine down a little and then have it coated, the coating is a teflon coating that will not scratch and last forever almost like powder coating but with plastic

[$ickZ06]

pretty :cool: stuff

[02RedWS6TA]

Originally posted by ksuwildcat
i am going to sand mine down a little and then have it coated, the coating is a teflon coating that will not scratch and last forever almost like powder coating but with plastic

if you don't mind my asking, how much is that going to run you?

[TPX18]

:worship: Constrictor

You always have the best pics/instructions for installs. Thanks. :thumbup:

[DANSBIRD]

I like what you have done. Now... Go look at my thread & give me an opinion b/c No ONE else seems to help me out. I painted my bumper & I need an opinion.

[ZeusJr]

looks great man... :cool:

[Sandman]

Originally posted by Constrictor
Thats because when I ordered my car, it came with the rare WS3 package. Anytime I work on my car, these floating holograms are projected over every part with an arrow telling me what they are. Its pretty useful when working on the car! :D

:woot:
I'll take my car by the dealer tomorrow and have them install that option :jump:

[uLs1a]

I think its a great looking mod, but I will wait until I can find a used Ls1/Ls6 intake to do it, I will not take my stock one off, painted it, then put it back on

[99hawk409]

I have a C5 LS1 intake for anybody that would want one...50$ plus shipping. I'll also have a stock EGR'd LS1 intake once i get around to painting and installing my LS6 intake that's been waiting in the garage.


:)

[ksuwildcat]

How Hot does the intake manifold get?

I am going to have my intake professional painted and airbrush some flames on it, will regular auto paint work or do I need high temp paint

Thanks

[RedPhoenix1998]

Why does that look so familiar, oh yeah

http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/6/web/426000-426999/426431_51_full.jpg

And these are waiting to go in, these I made :D

http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/6/web/426000-426999/426431_58_full.jpg

[Schwa]

What did you use to fill in the Corvette lettering?

[Chi-Town WS6]

Can't Wait for my FRC'S to get here!!!