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Title: Twin cam block color
Post by: Pfreen on Friday,September 22, 2017, 01:03:54 AM

I am about to paint the block and oil pan of my twin cam after a water pump replacement.  What are the original color/colors?

Title: Re: Twin cam block color
Post by: Bodzer on Friday,September 22, 2017, 03:51:31 AM

Hi,

https://qedmotorsport.co.uk/qed-shop/lotus-twin-cam/miscellaneous/grey-engine-paint-tin

Or from Miles Wilkin's book, the nearest equivalent is Massey Ferguson Grey enamel, to which you should add a little blue enamel.

Regards,

Pete

Title: Re: Twin cam block color
Post by: 4129R on Friday,September 22, 2017, 08:22:28 AM

I was told by locals who worked in the factory that every Lotus engine that left the factory was painted grey.

It is a mid gloss grey, but it does have a slight tinge of colour.