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XKR supercharger/intercooler paint colour ?

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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 04:49 PM
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Default XKR supercharger/intercooler paint colour ?

The bonnet/hood insulation has rubbed the paint away in a few areas on the supercharger and intercoolers. Does anyone know a suitable paint that will match the original colour ?

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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 05:42 PM
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I think youll find it rough to match. Even if you had the exact color age and heat could have discolored it Also even if you do the mounts the hood liner tends to sag in certain locations and will rub the paint again. Perhaps you can find a close color or one that you like and just tape off and paint the entire top half of the blower hat and IC's. If you find the exact color id be curious I looked awhile back
 
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Old Apr 4, 2016 | 10:14 PM
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Ditto.. I'd be interested in finding a color match. I chipped the paint taking the top plug out of the Intercooler.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2016 | 10:23 AM
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Howdy Folks:
About 4 years ago, I found Duplicolor Engine Enamel "DE1651 Cast Coat Iron" (500 Degree Ceramic) to match mine quiet well. It is widely available, even at Walmart. You may want to try some on a sample piece to see if it matches yours.
 
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