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Old 10-20-2009, 05:53 AM
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to paint the Tranny Aluminum Radiator on the Mtech front Black?
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I wouldn't do it, by adding a layer of paint you will reduce cooling efficiency and thereby endanger your tranny, and warranty or not they will deny the claim since the original equipment was interfered with. Just IMHO
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Originally Posted by DTD' post='1036497' date='Oct 20 2009, 06:53 AM
to paint the Tranny Aluminum Radiator on the Mtech front Black?
I generally find if you have to ask if something is acceptable, you are concerned that someone else may think that your Mod is as unacceptable as you do! If you want to do it. do it, but it WILL reduce the efficiency of the radiator!
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I wouldn't paint cooling equipment, although I do not know for sure what damage it might cause. Just not worth the risk, IMHO.
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i was going to just mist a light coat, just enough to give it the black look.
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Sure, use some of this:

http://www.swaintech.com/store.asp?pid=10968
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Originally Posted by NobleForums' post='1036722' date='Oct 20 2009, 11:41 AM
+1 That is a great idea!!! Go for it
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