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1965 Honda CP77 — Ulsan Metro City, Rep. Korea
Restored with original parts — Owner: J. Doe
Cleaning or painting motor without complete rebuild
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Kevmcp
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hmmmm
I have heard different opinions about painting the engine itself. The side covers can be painted, and the round covers high-polished or chromed. But the engine needs the open pores of the aluminum to cool correctly, and paint, even high-temp over time can flake off and look worse. That is what some experts have told me......but, I could be wrong