Black engine bays always look like a cheap way of trying to make them
look clean. I say paint it to match the body, or perhaps do something
like a textured spray-on finish, something that doesn't discolor/peel as
easily as paint will when exposed to oil, brake fluid, etc.
Gary Tew wrote:
> I'm waiting for my body tub to return from media blasting. So, after
> fixing what has been hidden under any filler and 4 coats of paint,
> it's time for fresh paint. I'm 99% decided on yellow but I'm
> undecided on the engine bay. Do I go throughout with the yellow or go
> black in the engine bay? I've looked at many of the great looking
> roadsters on the various sites and some have black and some have the
> exterior color. It boils down to personal preference, I guess, but
> any opinions?
> Thanks
> Gary Tew
> early 67 1600
> Peoria, AZ
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