Can DIY Methods Effectively Apply Heat Deflection Coatings on Piston Heads?

Thread starter Bart001
Start date Apr 5, 2006
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Heat deflection coatings for piston heads are a topic of interest, particularly regarding home application. While ceramic coatings are effective for heat reflection, they typically require professional application methods like plasma spraying, which are not feasible for home use. There are no readily available solutions for DIY heat-reflective coatings that can match the performance of professional-grade products.

Apr 5, 2006

Bart001

Heat Deflection Coatings?

Hello all...

I was wondering if there was anything I could readily use as a coating for piston heads that will reflect the heat, such as ceramics or something that could be done at home?
Thanks

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Apr 6, 2006

FredGarvin

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Done at home? Nothing I can think of...unless you have a plasma spray in your garage.

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