Simple question....Over-rev paint?

81tbi · 12-06-2008, 02:48 PM

I just had a rebuilt 5.7 tbi put in my 81 Silverado. When I went to pick it up the guy said that there is a special paint on the crank so he will know if I over-rev it...and special seals to know if it gets hot. The engine comes with a 50,000 mile warranty. I was just wondering is there such a paint/seals? Just trying to make sure he's not makin an excuse ahead of time incase it blows up! lol

mudseeker · 12-06-2008, 03:09 PM

he sounds full of it to me.

mrjohnwayne · 12-06-2008, 03:43 PM

I don't know of special paint to check for over revving, but IIRC they do have freeze plugs that will melt if the motor is over heated...

csracing93 · 12-06-2008, 11:38 PM

I never heard of any special paint either, besides if he did paint the crank as he claims what would that do to the bearings?

junior3382 · 12-07-2008, 01:27 AM

I will have to agree with these guys, something does not sound right.... I have heard of paint that can withstand some heavy heavy heat... but not one that will indicate over reving....

RoadHammerTLM · 12-07-2008, 02:17 AM

I think someone is JERKIN your chain. I have never heard of anything like that...

Hammer

gmctrucks · 12-07-2008, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrjohnwayne

I don't know of special paint to check for over revving, but IIRC they do have freeze plugs that will melt if the motor is over heated...

I agree with you as well about the freeze plugs but maybe by the color of the crank would show if it was dogged meaning the heat will cause the medal to change colors.

leolkfrm · 12-07-2008, 06:55 AM

Welcome to the forum
Did he do the rebuild or a remanufacturer? If it was a outside source look on the paperwork for a contact and inquire about what he told you. I know they coat cell phones and electronics to indicate if they have been dropped into water. There might be something on the rods to indicate higher temps from high revs but I doubt it
Please post back and let us know if there is such a thing!

gmctrucks · 12-07-2008, 07:47 AM

Say buddy im so sorry that I didn't welcome you to the forum so howdy from TEXAS. I guess i was up-set that the guy that did the work was trying to pull one over you we take care of each other here now were not perfect but close. LOL
Be good! GMC

leolkfrm · 12-07-2008, 07:49 AM

Hey gmc it's muds fault he was the first responder

12-06-2008, 02:48 PM	#1
81tbi Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Dallas, tx Posts: 1	Simple question....Over-rev paint? I just had a rebuilt 5.7 tbi put in my 81 Silverado. When I went to pick it up the guy said that there is a special paint on the crank so he will know if I over-rev it...and special seals to know if it gets hot. The engine comes with a 50,000 mile warranty. I was just wondering is there such a paint/seals? Just trying to make sure he's not makin an excuse ahead of time incase it blows up! lol

12-06-2008, 03:09 PM	#2
mudseeker Senior Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: michigan Posts: 6,375	he sounds full of it to me. __________________ i'd rather be hunting

12-06-2008, 03:43 PM	#3
mrjohnwayne Senior Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 3,722	I don't know of special paint to check for over revving, but IIRC they do have freeze plugs that will melt if the motor is over heated... __________________ John Wayne 2000 F-350 7.3L Powerstroke 4x4

12-07-2008, 01:27 AM	#5
junior3382 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Currently, I live in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania. Posts: 3,170	I will have to agree with these guys, something does not sound right.... I have heard of paint that can withstand some heavy heavy heat... but not one that will indicate over reving.... __________________ *The Blazer is dead, so I pumped her with lead, laid her to bed, and bought a FORD instead!*

12-07-2008, 06:55 AM	#8
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	Welcome to the forum Did he do the rebuild or a remanufacturer? If it was a outside source look on the paperwork for a contact and inquire about what he told you. I know they coat cell phones and electronics to indicate if they have been dropped into water. There might be something on the rods to indicate higher temps from high revs but I doubt it Please post back and let us know if there is such a thing! __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

12-06-2008, 11:38 PM	#4
csracing93 Full Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Warren, Ohio Posts: 34	I never heard of any special paint either, besides if he did paint the crank as he claims what would that do to the bearings?

12-07-2008, 02:17 AM	#6
RoadHammerTLM Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 301	I think someone is JERKIN your chain. I have never heard of anything like that... Hammer

12-07-2008, 07:47 AM	#9
gmctrucks Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Houston,Texas Posts: 4,035	New engine/rebuilt. Say buddy im so sorry that I didn't welcome you to the forum so howdy from TEXAS. I guess i was up-set that the guy that did the work was trying to pull one over you we take care of each other here now were not perfect but close. LOL Be good! GMC

12-07-2008, 07:49 AM	#10
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	Hey gmc it's muds fault he was the first responder __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
bought a ford want a chevy so im improvising need simple question answered	briggity	Chevy Truck Forum	1	03-04-2008 07:17 AM
Paint color change question.	rponfick	Chevy Truck Forum	8	09-06-2007 07:32 PM
maybe a simple problem. but...	85cstmdlx	Chevy Truck Forum	1	10-06-2006 08:38 AM
Just keep it simple, Darling (Evening Standard)	trucknews	Truck News (headlines)	0	06-09-2005 05:30 AM