Restoring S2000 Valve Cover with Wrinkle Paint

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  • Опубліковано 3 вер 2021
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  • @MastRk
    @MastRk 2 роки тому +8

    this is what i did to my valve cover a few years ago, its been holding up great.

  • @vitpham9722
    @vitpham9722 2 роки тому +4

    Loyal Toyota guy here but you’re Honda content to top shelf! Keep up the awesome work man!

    • @edwardautrey3671
      @edwardautrey3671 2 роки тому

      I want him to do a tour of his Toyota, he has a sweet lifted older Tacoma

  • @Samurai6936
    @Samurai6936 2 роки тому +1

    Great job! Really thorough video. To the point where I feel quite confident taking this on myself.

  • @BwahhTiffany
    @BwahhTiffany 2 роки тому

    Danggg it turned out soooo good! Transformed the whole bay! Nice work! 👌

  • @ksboi29
    @ksboi29 2 роки тому

    Sir that came out amazing! The tip of not heating the VC is a great idea.ost videos I have seen recommend it but has lack luster results. Keep up the great work.

  • @Jaydro529
    @Jaydro529 2 роки тому

    You’re gonna make me want to start doing some exterior stuff to my car with all your paint videos. Inspiring me to do all the stuff to my DC myself!

  • @cruz_control3925
    @cruz_control3925 2 роки тому

    Great job, it looks amazing. 👍
    I'm planning on doing this same thing to the B16 in my EM1 as well.

  • @thatzlyght755
    @thatzlyght755 2 роки тому

    Loved every second of this video can’t wait to start on mine. Thank you for the video man I’m definitely subscribing!

  • @davidhall7744
    @davidhall7744 Місяць тому

    Absolutely love watching the transformation of those valve covers 😊😎

  • @albono780
    @albono780 2 роки тому +2

    Grate job man . Night and day difference made that engine bay look a hole lot better 👍

  • @ConstructionBoy111
    @ConstructionBoy111 2 роки тому +13

    I would have used etch primer and some high heat primer on top of that, keep us updated on how it lasts a few years down the road maybe?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +5

      I considered it but I’ve had good luck with direct to metal like this in the past. We shall see. I’ll update you in a few years. ;)

    • @2Drezik
      @2Drezik 8 місяців тому

      This product will not work properly with primer.

  • @carlosgarza1962
    @carlosgarza1962 10 місяців тому +1

    What an awesome job. Looks great

  • @jairog.3607
    @jairog.3607 2 роки тому

    Ah thank you for doing it the easy way and right way to mask good results... did the same to my gsr cover.

  • @deantaylor1512
    @deantaylor1512 10 місяців тому

    That’s a nice job .. my Harley needs a bit of a refresh and your giving me some ideas..👍

  • @joelcortes2568
    @joelcortes2568 2 роки тому

    Nice Job!! I too agree on high heat temp primer, but looks awesome 👏

  • @jackliu9654
    @jackliu9654 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for making the video. I really do enjoy it. Thanks Bro!

  • @park0rdie
    @park0rdie 2 роки тому

    Wow.. great job. Turned out great. Some eye candy to engine bay. Can't wait do mind when spring hit.

  • @swide2750
    @swide2750 2 роки тому +1

    very nice with my morning coffee. paint job came out so nice and oem banger job

  • @manlb9254
    @manlb9254 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve used this before on a b series valve cover. Didnt hold up very long and chipped very easily. I did my f22c valve cover but this time with high temp primer and so far it’s been 3 years and no issues. I’d recommend spraying a layer of high temp primer to anyone doing this for best lasting results

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      Good advice. Hopefully mine will hold up a while. My B16A one is holding up a couple years later without primer.

  • @naturalsr405
    @naturalsr405 2 роки тому

    Always a huge improvement, nice

  • @jeremynance2
    @jeremynance2 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful work looks like a million bucks 🤘😁🤙

  • @ec7945
    @ec7945 Рік тому

    Yours came out really good, I did mine a few years ago but I did them both red but didn't come out as good as yours, great video though looks freaking nice!

  • @myoneblackfriend3151
    @myoneblackfriend3151 Рік тому

    Great results!

  • @ejjuan3008
    @ejjuan3008 2 роки тому

    Dang that valve cover came out fresh 🔥🔥

  • @OhYeahAboutThat
    @OhYeahAboutThat 2 роки тому +1

    Looks great. That's one of my favorite jobs to do on my cars.

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      It makes such a big difference.

  • @neilmurphy6601
    @neilmurphy6601 2 роки тому +1

    Love what you do bro

  • @darxxtuff
    @darxxtuff 2 роки тому

    Came out great!

  • @Angel_detailer_772
    @Angel_detailer_772 Рік тому

    Came out perfect! 👌

  • @nicholassantos2327
    @nicholassantos2327 2 роки тому

    Nice👌🏼.
    And now I know why mine came out crappy lol thanks man

  • @gilnavarro2529
    @gilnavarro2529 2 роки тому

    That is way better than brand new Bro!!

  • @donaldstrickland9951
    @donaldstrickland9951 2 роки тому

    Turned out excellent,

  • @2Drezik
    @2Drezik 9 місяців тому

    best vid on this subject hands down, nice !

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  9 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @ducducgoose
    @ducducgoose Рік тому

    That looks so good! Nice job! You give me inspiration to go do mine now haha.

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому

      It’s not too bad of a job. Just takes a while.

    • @ducducgoose
      @ducducgoose Рік тому

      @@crxseth quality works take time. Where do you buy the paint stripper?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому +1

      @@ducducgoose I think I got it at Advance Auto.

  • @sweettee3647
    @sweettee3647 2 роки тому

    Looks great!!

  • @dea7hr0w
    @dea7hr0w Рік тому

    Good job ! Looks good !

  • @Dc2Pichy
    @Dc2Pichy 2 роки тому

    Came out 🔥🔥🔥

  • @jasonbeckford2238
    @jasonbeckford2238 2 роки тому

    Nice work

  • @101francis101
    @101francis101 2 роки тому

    This is hitting the satisfaction button big time! Nice job 👍 I wish they still made rocker covers like this!

  • @janvos4375
    @janvos4375 2 роки тому

    Looking nice seth 💪🇳🇱

  • @shauntan2266
    @shauntan2266 Рік тому

    Nice 😍 I have just repainted my K20A valve cover too but the wrinkle not as satisfying and nice as yours. The previous owner wrinkle blue was better. Just that I prefer red top

  • @dm8264
    @dm8264 2 роки тому

    Stellar!

  • @hank_green
    @hank_green 2 роки тому +2

    Hands down solid how to video. 🙏🏽end result speaks for itself. Very well done sir. That thing looks beautiful. 10/10. Very well done 👍🏽 keep em coming. Cold air coming for it??🤔

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      Probably just do the LHT intake box mod.

    • @hank_green
      @hank_green 2 роки тому

      @@crxseth looking forward to the next video

  • @cirasarc4413
    @cirasarc4413 2 роки тому +6

    I've been procrastinating big time on doing this to my AP2 S2000, watched quite a few DIY videos on painting the valve cover and I think yours is one of the best. I really like how u showed the masking step because that's the part I worry about the most not doing right. What do u think about using a drill and a wire brush to get to the spot sand paper can't? Thanks for the video man.

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +2

      Anything to scuff up the surface to get rid of any corrosion or shiny surface.

  • @_Suzuka_Joe
    @_Suzuka_Joe 2 роки тому +1

    FYI - 24ft lbs on those spark plugs. service manual says 13lbs and that was revised long ago, its not until about 80lbs that a spark plug can snap off in the head so 24ft lbs is solid.

  • @someoneyoudontknow127
    @someoneyoudontknow127 2 роки тому +1

    Primo, Seth! ✨

  • @Thoravious
    @Thoravious 4 місяці тому

    Looks great! What do you use to clean it?

  • @victorwilks88
    @victorwilks88 2 роки тому +1

    Wow 👌 impressive

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +2

      🙏🏻 Thanks.

  • @jdmnostalgic3913
    @jdmnostalgic3913 2 роки тому +3

    I want a crx soooo bad.

    • @swide2750
      @swide2750 2 роки тому +2

      who doesnt LUL

    • @tmaverickd4822
      @tmaverickd4822 2 роки тому +1

      Message Seth. I’m sure he’ll sell you one.

  • @miguelmiranda9079
    @miguelmiranda9079 2 роки тому

    nice valve cover job, now just need to detail the engine bay

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      For sure. Lots of work to be done, still!

  • @BadgerGT500
    @BadgerGT500 2 роки тому

    Great job, it came out super clean. Where do you get the rustoleum aircraft remover ?

  • @MrTGUK
    @MrTGUK 2 роки тому

    Looks great! Where do you typically order your OEM parts (valve cover gasket kit, etc.) from? Thanks for the detailed video!

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      I do a lot of comparison shopping to find the best deal.

  • @turb0gate
    @turb0gate 8 місяців тому

    Great video! I know it's been a while for this video, but how is it holding (if car is still around) and lastly. How long after the paint and heat gun process would you recommend waiting before removing the masking tape? Thanks

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  8 місяців тому

      I sold the car, but this finish holds up for years. I removed the tape about an hour after spraying. You don’t want to wait until it cures, as it will be harder to remove cleanly.

  • @oldskool1979
    @oldskool1979 2 роки тому

    wow. amazing job ! better than factory ? did you replace the PCV ?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      No, looks like someone else already upgraded to the newer style though.

  • @mikevida250
    @mikevida250 2 роки тому

    wow!

  • @shenray337
    @shenray337 10 місяців тому

    Nice job. So far how the paint going now? Any fading or?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  10 місяців тому

      I sold this car back in early 2022.

  • @morrisdc5814
    @morrisdc5814 2 роки тому

    well i’ve been holding off on doing my k20a3 valve cover wrinkle blue have the paint just no time now i’m gonna make time 😂😂

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      Worth it! Makes a huge difference. I’d like to see the blue color. Never have.

  • @virginasebua9548
    @virginasebua9548 Рік тому

    good day bro..
    how many paint cans of red did you used for a complete coverage?thank you

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому

      Just one can for a valve cover.

  • @testval
    @testval 7 місяців тому

    when u sanded the honda logo and vtec lettering, did you respray with it again? I see how some of the paint became more grey as you were sanding or is that just the metal scrapings?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  7 місяців тому +1

      I did not respray anything over it. It’s raw metal. It’s just the metal dust that should be washed off.

    • @testval
      @testval 7 місяців тому

      @@crxseth Thank you! great video you've made and beautiful car

  • @jhiaraarts
    @jhiaraarts 2 роки тому

    how tight should i tighten my valve cover bolt
    sohc engine

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      I think it’s about 7 ft/lbs.

  • @PaulyWC
    @PaulyWC 2 роки тому

    Damn that looks good! Have you tried putting it on plastic?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      I have not. Do it and let me know how it turns out! Haha.

  • @jahazielcolon5366
    @jahazielcolon5366 2 роки тому

    Hello Seth, do you by any chance have some spare tailgate hinges for a crx you could sell?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      I have a parts CRX but I haven’t started selling anything off it yet, so I’d have to answer no right now.

  • @christophersmith6722
    @christophersmith6722 2 роки тому

    i scrape the raised letters off with a razor blade before the paint is dry. less sanding

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      Good tip. I may try that next time.

  • @matias.munozrecabarren9683
    @matias.munozrecabarren9683 10 місяців тому

    Cada cuantos minutos aplicaste cada capa de pintura ?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  10 місяців тому

      10 minutes.

  • @HondaBois
    @HondaBois 7 місяців тому

    What type of oil do you use to lube the gasket and seal?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  7 місяців тому

      It’s not necessary, but I just used engine oil.

  • @brandonazevedo4494
    @brandonazevedo4494 2 роки тому

    what grit sandpaper did you use to remove the paint off the bolded vtec logo?

  • @NoNeXiStEnT007
    @NoNeXiStEnT007 Рік тому

    Do you use the heat gun after ever coat lr just the last one?...

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому +1

      Just the last one.

    • @NoNeXiStEnT007
      @NoNeXiStEnT007 Рік тому

      @@crxseth Thanks, I'm gonna do to my K20z3 engine👍🔰🤙✌

  • @s2kologist
    @s2kologist 7 місяців тому

    How has it held up over the years?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  7 місяців тому +1

      I sold this car a couple years ago, but the other valve covers I've done on my vehicles has held up for several years...3 or more.

  • @thomascunningham3342
    @thomascunningham3342 2 роки тому +1

    Lowes sells a stripper that's called citrus strip. It's in a spray can. It has next to no smell and works better than most brush on strippers

    • @thomascunningham3342
      @thomascunningham3342 2 роки тому +1

      Looks good though. Excellent job

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      I'll have to check that out for sure.

    • @jeremynance2
      @jeremynance2 2 роки тому +1

      Hmmmm 🤔 I will be looking into this I hate the strong chemical brush ons that you gotta do multiple coats with

    • @just__dave
      @just__dave 2 роки тому

      Is Citrus Strip her real name?

  • @PyleHD
    @PyleHD Рік тому

    Good job but why don't you use primer first?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому

      Probably should have, but it holds up a long time even without primer as long as you properly prep.

  • @tmaverickd4822
    @tmaverickd4822 2 роки тому

    So with the S2000 purchase, will there be an STI up for sale soon?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      No, but you definitely need to rejoin the automotive enthusiast world. You’re dearly missed.

    • @tmaverickd4822
      @tmaverickd4822 2 роки тому

      @@crxseth I’m browsing periodically. Biggest hindrance is the fact I don’t have garage space, and don’t want the driveway to be full all the time where the kids can’t play. Hoping one day before too long🤞

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      Hope so, too! My entire street side is full of vehicles. :/ We have eight total. Haha.

  • @slowyourrolejg3864
    @slowyourrolejg3864 2 роки тому

  • @MT-xy7fw
    @MT-xy7fw Рік тому

    Was 1 can of red enough or should i get two red cans?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому +1

      One can is enough for this job.

    • @MT-xy7fw
      @MT-xy7fw Рік тому

      @@crxseth thank you

  • @williamgrippin561
    @williamgrippin561 2 роки тому

    looks like someone swapped the valve cover at some point. That is an AP2 cover. You can tell by the PCV valve...The AP1 uses the old style plastic PCV that just sits in a rubber gromet.

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому

      I noticed the same thing. Looks like it had been repainted at some point as well.

  • @ReidEvers
    @ReidEvers 2 роки тому

    What camera do you film with?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  2 роки тому +1

      Canon 6D

    • @ReidEvers
      @ReidEvers 2 роки тому

      @@crxseth
      Thanks. Looks great

  • @barenekid9695
    @barenekid9695 2 місяці тому

    Erm How the Eff did it become so ruined in the First place ?? Even the baked on oil varnish suggests a Barely maintained car
    Driving it on the Beach... Repeatedly?

  • @kaizenyashin
    @kaizenyashin 2 роки тому

    13:07 shhhhhhheeeeeeeeee

  • @journeyquest1
    @journeyquest1 7 місяців тому

    You show us a can but dont say whats in it. But the music is cute.Thanks

    • @journeyquest1
      @journeyquest1 7 місяців тому

      And why cant you just paint over the old paint as a primer? Works for me.

  • @stevenball2522
    @stevenball2522 2 роки тому

    How many feet lbs did you torque those plugs to lol. Just foolin

  • @derekb370z
    @derekb370z Рік тому

    Still have the s2k?

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  Рік тому +1

      No, I sold it and another one since the red one.

    • @derekb370z
      @derekb370z Рік тому

      @@crxseth man wanting to see more content. Any tips of what to look for and where to find a good deal on one?

  • @kneebarx
    @kneebarx 11 місяців тому

    could'nt it been easier just to put some Vaseline on the VTEC nameplate before painting it

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  11 місяців тому

      I've tried that before, but it didn't work out well. The transition from metal to paint isn't as crisp.

  • @jimthigpen333
    @jimthigpen333 2 роки тому

    Did the factory tell you to put oil on that valve cover gasket ? There is a thing called "capillary attraction "that can occur when the oil is heated . The oil molecules will move out from crankcase pressure and be replaced with new oil molecules to follow. . If not instructed to do so , don't do that .

  • @BernsteinOmega
    @BernsteinOmega 2 роки тому +2

    No primer on aluminum? Big mistake. Big mistake
    Looks great though.

    • @Rooki3_
      @Rooki3_ 2 роки тому

      What happens if primer isn’t used on aluminum? What primer is good for aluminum?

    • @BernsteinOmega
      @BernsteinOmega 2 роки тому +1

      @@Rooki3_ Paint doesn't stick as well to aluminum as it does steel, because it isn't as porous and starts to oxidate as soon as air hits it. Where I work, not only do we have primer specific for aluminum, we also give the aluminum an alodine bath to stop it from corroding and so the primer sticks even better.

    • @Rooki3_
      @Rooki3_ 2 роки тому

      @@BernsteinOmega got it thanks. For someone with access only to over the counter paint, what rattle can process would you recommend for high aluminum and high heat?
      Would any primer work on aluminum and then using a color paint? Looking for longevity without breaking the bank.

    • @BernsteinOmega
      @BernsteinOmega 2 роки тому +1

      @@Rooki3_ I've used marine zinc chromate primer on a few sets of Z32 calipers about 6-8 years ago and they look the same. I got the primer from my local marine shop. I top coated one set with Napa crossfire and 2k rattle can clear and another set with all Duplicolor products. No problems.

    • @Rooki3_
      @Rooki3_ 2 роки тому +1

      @@BernsteinOmega great info thanks! Will definitely be picking up some marine zinc chromate primer for my next project.

  • @gxlbiscuit
    @gxlbiscuit 9 місяців тому

    Holy that engine looks like CRAP. That valvetrain looks like walmart oil... Nice job

  • @eric_gottlieb
    @eric_gottlieb 8 місяців тому

    Uh-oh, the feds are going to be knocking on your door soon for mis-use of government property. That Priority Mail box belongs to the USPS. Good work though. Hope to see more videos shot from your prison cell 😂😂

  • @michaellecompte1889
    @michaellecompte1889 8 місяців тому

    Its $250-300 for a brand new s2000 valve cover… seems like a waste of time in this case.

    • @crxseth
      @crxseth  8 місяців тому

      Some people have more time than they have money to spend, so it’s not a bad option for $15. But, yes, while they are available, you can still get one new. I suspect in a couple years they will be discontinued.