John O ... ouch...
Just focus on the end result of 1000HP!...
TC:
I used some high temp ceramic paint on the coolant pipes and they came out a real nice semi-gloss finish. Easy to use and relatively inexpensive... I will track down the name if you want to try that on your pipes for a second coat. I am around all week and if you need me to watch you and Randy dent the hood. Rubbing the car down with a Scotchbrite pad just seems wrong somehow, but I'm game...