53 v8

[atomicrm]

hi guys,
working on painting my motor. what colors are the block, valve covers, oilpan, and heads on a 53 v8. landcruiser model if that matters. any other components please list the proper original color. thanks guys

[silverhawk]

The engine colors should be the same as my '52; so here goes nuttin' if so The block, heads, water manafold, intake, ect; is all a dark green. That color is available from most Studebaker parts vendors, OR; I have planned on cheating and using a dark forest green from Rustoleum. The Air cleaner, valve covers, ect; is all black. I want to say semi gloss black; but I paint all that stuff myself gloss black.

[paintim613]

Maybe this top right pic and others below will help.

http://www.jimsrodshop.net/31.html

[atomicrm]

Thanks guys
really wanna get this painted and in the car and drive it!!