Krylon 1613 - What's the best replacement?

[DEL65]

While I swapping out my manifold, I'm going to detail and paint the engine compartment. Since I'm out of 1613, what is everyone using instead? Is it Eastwood "Underhood Black?" Thanks.

 

[manley]

When the formula first changed(or whatever happend?), people were saying the stuff you can get from Grainger or other places like that was the same as the original 1613. I'm not sure if that is still the case, but I'm glad you are asking because I'm going to need to know that in the coming months.

 

[JeffTepper]

SEM Trim Black, available at your better auto paint supply stores

 

[cmayna]

+1 on Sems. Shag's engine compartment and underside is a Sems billboard. I'm currently painting KBMWRS's upcoming 22 gallon tank with it.

 

[KBMWRS]

Its still available (though not at discount stores).
But the price is dear.

http://www.themanstoreonline.com/Krylon-Int-Ext-Industrial-Maintenance-Paints-p/5%20ball%20ind%20maint%20paint.htm

 

[mustangstofear]

I get my 1613 at Wal-mart Ace Hardware, and true value. No problem getting it. Rich.

 

[buckeyedemon]

the best replacement for krylon 1613 for the engine compartment is a Urethane out of a spray gun.

 

[66benchcoupe]

The SEM stuff is nice. :thu
But, on a budget, I've had really good luck with OSH (Orchard Supply Hardware) Satin Black. It's probably Krylon 1613. . .

Robert

 

[cmayna]

Robert,
I agree that the OSH paint is pretty nice.

 

[mustangstofear]

I should have read your post a little closer I didn't realize you were painting your engine compartment. I use PPG lacquer, which is concourse correct. Rich.

 

[DEL65]

Hi thanks for the info. I search for SEM. If I can't find any, I'll probably try the OSH paint.

 

[AzPete]

Locally, SEM is available at the Car Quest paint store....

 

[JeffTepper]

Hi thanks for the info. I search for SEM. If I can't find any, I'll probably try the OSH paint.

From SEM's web site:

B-Z Auto Color - Modesto
1507 9th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
Phone: (209) 523-1099

Dan's Dist - Modesto
801 S. 9th Street
Modesto, CA 95351
Phone: (209) 521-8626

 

[cmayna]

John,
How many cans are you after? I have a few cans of Krylon 1613 I'd be happy to sell to a fellow Kali boy. Or I can go out and get/ship to you some Sems. I'm picking up a few extra cans for myself today.

 

[Larry G]

I just got back from picking up a can of 1613 Semi-Flat, not sure about the formula but it's the industrial paint and on the back it is Not for Retail.
I got it from a local somewhat large hardware/plumbing store,(Warren Pipe).

 

[sigtauenus]

I just got back from picking up a can of 1613 Semi-Flat, not sure about the formula but it's the industrial paint and on the back it is Not for Retail.
I got it from a local somewhat large hardware/plumbing store,(Warren Pipe).

Does that have the old style cap or the new one that is rounded off like a bullet?

 

[gtscode]

Krylon 1613 - What's the best replacement?

John,
How many cans are you after? I have a few cans of Krylon 1613 I'd be happy to sell to a fellow Kali boy. Or I can go out and get/ship to you some Sems. I'm picking up a few extra cans for myself today.

I also have a couple of cans I would donate to you. The shelf life worries me so better someone get to use it.

 

[blown66]

I found that satin black is a good match..I have painted the gas tank,front suspention,under the car from front to back looks realy nice.

still have to do the rearend and 3rd member, will be having the backing plated hot coated black.

 

[DEL65]

Cmayna and GTscode, thanks for the paint offers, I really appreciate it. But, while out and about today I picked up 2 cans of SEM for a local paint supplier. Thanks Jeff for the contact info.

 

[cmayna]

WELL !!! Let's see if we ever allow you to buy us beers again!!