manifold

["Fred Thomas" <vafred@erols.com>]

> Hey everyone,
>
> I just beadblasted my intake manifold and was wondering if it needs to be
> painted or should I just leave it in it's nice and shine natural color?
>
> Patrick

Leaving it in it's natural state will last one year, painting it will last
maybe 2 years, powder-coating it will last for many, many years, engine bay
looks so much nicer also.  "FT"