Got Ceramic?

[bwest]

I usually like to plug people what they do a great job on things in the buyer/seller area, but I wanted to point out what a great job jdub does with the ceramic coating service that he offers the members of SM. I don't recall every part I've had him do, but overall, the cleanability of parts as well as the look is just great. Its not too shiny like chrome or fully polished alum, nor does it show fingerprints (which all others will).

Here are some pics of my new engine that has had everything but the exhaust manifold and the IC pipes coated by jdub (IC pipes were done by Greg@cooleze). The exhaust manifold is one of the most important - and I will have one done when I get done porting it.

Enjoy:

 

[Supraboostin]

real nice

 

[Sawbladz]

I like the look alot. How long have you had the parts in the engine bay? I have heard from a few people who have had their parts coated that they turned a dull grey over time. I beleive the ones that turned grey used Fireball coatings but I would have to double check. I was just wondering what he used and how long the lustre lasts.

 

[bwest]

about 150mi. The hot stuff (exhaust parts) might get dull over time. the cold side stuff shouldn't be a problem - it won't get hot enough,

 

[The Dude]

Looking good! :icon_bigg

I don't recall every part I've had him do, but overall, the cleanability of parts as well as the look is just great. Its not too shiny like chrome or fully polished alum, nor does it show fingerprints (which all others will).

I know what you mean man. I just had some parts powdercoated and I was thrilled to see they don't leave fingerprints and a quick wipe down cleans them up.

 

[starscream5000]

Powdercoating and ceramic coating are two completely different things. Powdercoating = looks pretty. Ceramic coating = looks pretty, keeps things cool.

I can't see the pics bwest, but I have a pretty good idea of what things look like as I've gotten pretty much every component that bolts onto the head ceramic coated by jdub, except the exhaust manifold (will be done). My IC pipes will be shipped out to him also when they are ready to go .

 

[Skam9685]

who is this jdub guy yall are talking about? cuz im interested in making things look nice

 

[starscream5000]

jdub is the SME on motor oils here at Supramania.com

 

[The Dude]

Powdercoating and ceramic coating are two completely different things. Powdercoating = looks pretty. Ceramic coating = looks pretty, keeps things cool.

:icon_bigg I was waiting for someone to comment on that. I wasn't comparing the process or purpose, just the finish in terms of how easy it is to clean.

 

[starscream5000]

Just wanted to make sure no one was getting the two confused, just in case they went out and wanted to get their turbo exhaust manifold powdercoated :runaway:

 

[bwest]

SS5:
Actually, if you look at the first pic, my center section powder coated black (1500F HiTemp). The powder could handle the heat, just wouldn't have the insulating properties of the ceramic.

edit: John @ MDC had the center section done while he was rebuilding the unit.

 

[starscream5000]

Powdercoating and ceramic coating are two completely different things. Powdercoating = looks pretty. Ceramic coating = looks pretty, keeps things cool.

I can't see the pics bwest, but I have a pretty good idea of what things look like as I've gotten pretty much every component that bolts onto the head ceramic coated by jdub, except the exhaust manifold (will be done). My IC pipes will be shipped out to him also when they are ready to go .

 

[bwest]

here you go, direct links:
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete013.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete012.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete010.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete006.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete005.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete002.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/onefastguy/engine complete/engine_complete001.jpg

The 1st one shows the center section.

 

[suprabad]

Looks good.

Now you gotta dump that stock fan and go electric. As nice as your motor looks I'm surprised you haven't done that yet.

Edit: I just went back and looked again at the photos, maybe that is electric, it looked to me like the stock shroud, threw me off. Still not sure. Will look yet, again

 

[bwest]

I actually have an efan set-up. I added a prosport h2o temp gauge in the block drain (rear, exhaust side) and wanted to make sure that the sensor was both accurate (enough) and didn't heat soak. Knowing the stock clutch kicks in ~200-205 and I have a 90C toyota thermostat, I figured it was a good test combo.

And btw - haven't had any noticeable HS to the sensor (because of its provision to the downpipe), can see when the thermostat opens and when the clutch fan kicks in. Just need to find the time to swap everything back out...lol

 

[suprabad]

I actually have an efan set-up. I added a prosport h2o temp gauge in the block drain (rear, exhaust side) and wanted to make sure that the sensor was both accurate (enough) and didn't heat soak. Knowing the stock clutch kicks in ~200-205 and I have a 90C toyota thermostat, I figured it was a good test combo.

And btw - haven't had any noticeable HS to the sensor (because of its provision to the downpipe), can see when the thermostat opens and when the clutch fan kicks in. Just need to find the time to swap everything back out...lol

Yeah, I thought it odd that you would overlook that, considering the obvious amount of work and expense you clearly have spent on the motor.

Again, good work.

 

[starscream5000]

My work's firewall will not allow me to view/download anything from Photobucket orYoutube .

I just moved, so I have no home internets at the moment. One of these days I'll get to see the pics bwest .

 

[bwest]

PM me your email, I'll send them to you if you want.

 

[starscream5000]

PM sent!

 

[bwest]

They're on their way.