Powder Coating - Ceramic Coating - Satin Black

12. The headers were placed inside the custom-fabricated oversize blasting cabinet where Norberto Cabrerra used aluminum oxide #120 grit to remove any contaminants from the header tubes, collector, and flange exposing a virgin clean surface.
12. The headers were placed inside the custom-fabricated oversize blasting cabinet where N
13. After the headers were blasted, Norberto carefully removed them from the blast cabinet making sure he didn't touch them with his fingers. That would have left oil deposits, contaminating the header by not allowing the ceramic to adhere properly to the header surface.
13. After the headers were blasted, Norberto carefully removed them from the blast cabinet
14. Norberto pours the Techline Turbo X (satin black) ceramic liquid through a filter and into a small gravity-fed detail spray gun.
14. Norberto pours the Techline Turbo X (satin black) ceramic liquid through a filter and

15. After setting the detailing spray gun air flow rate between 30-35 psi, Norberto squeezed the trigger giving the headers an even exterior ceramic coat.
15. After setting the detailing spray gun air flow rate between 30-35 psi, Norberto squeez
16.The internal surfaces of the tubes were also coated creating a smooth surface enhancing the burnt gasses flow velocity while eliminating turbulence.
16.The internal surfaces of the tubes were also coated creating a smooth surface enhancing
17. After the headers and exhaust components were coated, they were hung in the oven and baked at 600º F for one hour. The ceramic satin black coating will improve the headers and overall appearance of the GM Performance LSX376 crate engine.
17. After the headers and exhaust components were coated, they were hung in the oven and b

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
TIME SPENT WORKING:	6 HOURS
DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY:	EXPERT

Tools used:
For powdercoating: Nordson Versa spray gun, Nordson powder feed hopper, satin black powder.
For ceramic coating: liquid detail spray gun, aluminum oxide, blasting cabinet, air compressor, and baking oven.

COST:
POWDERCOATING SUSPENSION PARTS	$400.00
CERAMIC COATING HEADERS AND EXHAUST	$325.00
TOTAL COST:	$725.00

Highs
• The super high gloss powdercoating definitely enhances appearance and durability of the front suspension parts.

• After applying the satin black ceramic coating to the headers and exhaust, it will help captivate the burnt gasses heat and accelerate the exhaust velocity decreasing backpressure. The durable satin black finish will not discolor, peal, or flake. The uniform satin black color and texture contributes to a distinguished appearance.

Lows
• Added cost of fabriaction