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It doesn't appear to come in a smooth, satin finish. I used paint that's rated for 1650 degrees -(that's from memory), but I did not use any primer which I think would have helped. However the powder coating should withstand the heat from what I understand and also provide a smooth, satin black finish.
Saw the PA plates. Not sure where in PA you are, but if it's eastern PA, these guys did some coating on a header for me and did an amazing job.
where did you get this? I’d love to do the same but in yellow.
heavy smash salvage, highly recommend them but it is hit or miss, you just have to keep looking - write them if there is something specific you want and he may be able to get it for you
Personally, I would look into Cerakote. Looks great, pick your finish and will withstand heat and environment.
Looked at their website and read the data sheets on two products that would be suitable. One is an air dry product and the other a baked finish that can be done in a 500 degree oven. I like the product and have the tools and facility to do this. But I also have access to a shop that can do the prep and powder coating for me in a day. But I am a DIYer. I'm tempted. lol
Just got the car back from it's PPF adventure. I am very pleased Had them install rear badging that wasn't present prior to the PPF work. Next up is installing the DSC controller and changing out the OEM air filters for oiled filters from FCP.
Love that rear diffuser. oem looks painfully boring. Better off painted body color.
Bought and installed a Numeric short shifter, and swapped the open storage tray for the closed ashtray while I was in there. I did not hook up the ciggy lighter, however. Looked like a PIA and just not something I need. I really just wanted a flush look on the center console. That tray taunted me every time I looked down.
For the shifter I chose the softer spring, and set the shift lever/rod height about 3/4 of way up from low to high positions (creating a throw that would be just a touch longer than if it was cranked all the way down, but still much shorter than stock). BTW, I didn't see any instructions about how to set the height of the shift rod/lever, but I think(?) that Numeric intends that to be adjustable as opposed to only screwing all the way down, hence the locking nut, but if I'm wrong and correct installation is all the way down someone please let me know). Brief drive after install last night was excellent. The shorter throw is very nice, but I think the big upgrade is in shifter feel. The solid aluminum shifter housing, and upgraded bearing and internal materials create a significantly more solid and connected feel. Highly recommended. I'm a hack mechanic, and this was a very doable DIY install. Modern cars have A LOT of plastic breakable bits, and that's really the biggest peril. I managed not to break anything, although I did end up with one extra plastic piece. No idea what it is, or where it came from, but I found it in the passenger wheel well when I was done. All seems to be tight and fitting, so I'm putting it aside and moving on!
OE shift prior to removal Numeric Shifter installed Finished product with ashtray
Numeric shifter is one of the best upgrades available. I get to enjoy it every time I drive the car. And yes, the lock nut is so each driver can set the length of the shifter to desired length.
Numeric shifter is one of the best upgrades available. I get to enjoy it every time I drive the car. And yes, the lock nut is so each driver can set the length of the shifter to desired length.
I agree. And for those unsure of the level of 'DIY' it's really pretty straight forward. I'm always apprehensive about removing panels in my car (because I don't know tab locations) but Numeric has a pretty good step by step process on their website (Youtube video). Don't let the pics of everything disassembled dissuade you - it's pretty straight forward. As mentioned, it has a high ROI factor as you feel the benefit every time you drive your car.
Been thinking of buying one of these for years now. I think this is the year I get it! Looks like there is enough clearance to ho worries about it hitting something and damaging the oil pan.
They call it a bleeder valve on their site and as per the pdf link, for the oil pan plug replacement. I checked their site and saw the pdf, but they didn't appear to list one of these for the 991.1 3.8L. It looks like a great item and well thought out for DIY oil changes. Do you know the size you ordered?
They call it a bleeder valve on their site and as per the pdf link, for the oil pan plug replacement. I checked their site and saw the pdf, but they didn't appear to list one of these for the 991.1 3.8L. It looks like a great item and well thought out for DIY oil changes. Do you know the size you ordered?
Too bad they don't make one for the 991.2. I had one for my old BMW and it was great.
04-12-2022, 07:55 PM
Had them install rear badging that wasn't present prior to the PPF work. Next up is installing the DSC controller and changing out the OEM air filters for oiled filters from FCP.
