Rainbow.

With the core plugs out I decided that the block could do with a coat of paint, and whilst at it the sump and timing case too. The main item to paint was the chassis ready to take bits as I finish them.

I had rubbed the chassis down with 120 grit and then cleaned with pre prep. Yellow is a weak colour and so it will need a few coats.

The block had already been cleaned but I gave it a further wipe down with pre prep before painting in the original red. I even painted the inside of the crankcase!

Final painting of the day was the sump and the timing case. Both had been cleaned but the sump needed a little treatment on the rust.

I think the block will be ok with a single coat (I may change mind, but the timing case and sump should have two.