Krylon 1613, you can find it at Kmart, Walmart, Kragen and most other places.

 

I used Eastwood Co.'s "under hood black." It's a spray bomb lacquer that dries super fast, honestly way too fast. I don't like buying Eastwood products because I think they are way overpriced, but I made this exception.

 

It's been a few years, but I used to buy Semi-Flat Black #16152 rattle can paint.

Funny how I still remember the number. The local Mustang shop guys swore by it.

 

Depends on the sheen you want. Krylon 1613 tends towards the flat side, dries quickly, touches up easily but also scratches very easily.

Rustoluem 7777 (satin) is just a tad bit glossier, goes on easily and blends very well, takes a LONG time to dry but is very chip resistant.

I get the Krylon at Walmart or Hobby Lobby and the Rustoleum at Home Depot.

 

Since your engine is out, why not use a proper automotive paint for the engine compartment. Finish, durability and looks are miles ahead of anything that comes out of a $4 rattle can.

 

I used PPG DAR9000 mixed with the eggshell formula on top of DP90LF. I did it this way since I had the engine out and I sanddblasted the engine bay. I top coated the DP90LF since I learned that it will chalk when exposed to sunlight. It was alot of work but I feel that it will last for a long time.

Mike

 

Hi temp semi gloss or satin works great. Any automotive paint store should have it in rattle cans. You can do a great job with rattle cans if you do a couple of light coats.