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  1. #31
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    yea, I meant paint ...be it clear or silver to match the rest of the Vanos.... we're not talking a little rust on the DR Vanos units, the whole thing turns flaky, rusty brown...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sockethead View Post
    yea, I meant paint ...be it clear or silver to match the rest of the Vanos.... we're not talking a little rust on the DR Vanos units, the whole thing turns flaky, rusty brown...
    So what parts would you paint?

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    I did not paint mine and it has been fine for over a year now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ELCID86 View Post
    So what parts would you paint?
    The two solenoids on the ends where the wires plug in
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    H&R sport springs,
    UUC sway bars, BMW Perf. Rotors, UUC SS brake lines, Hawk HPS pads, CSL replica wheels,
    Rotora strut bar, FXR HID conversion, M3 Mirror conversion, BSW stage 1 speakers

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sockethead View Post
    The two solenoids on the ends where the wires plug in
    Thanks. I didn't realize this came with the crush washers and Vanos gasket too.


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    Good idea Rob. I used some clear spray varnish. Looks good (can't see it). Hope it holds up to the heat (I don't think they get that hot).


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