I used the khaki, od green, and black flat colors and it's held up well. Jun 6, 2015 #10 J. jhibbard24 Well-Known Member. The Rust-oleum kit definitely made the Subaru's headlight lens clearer, but the little polishing pad was a bit difficult to hold. Joined May 20, 2010 Messages 158 Location Lewiston, Id. People use Rustoleum paint all the time. Offers long-lasting protection when applied on top of primer. I bought a used MPA chassis. Using a Can Gun or equivalent provides consistent, uniform pressure on the nozzle, helping avoid orange peel, runs, and sags. It was placed under the stock in the rear area. 0 0 0 0. Just because headers are a performance-based customization doesn’t mean they can’t have the appeal of cosmetic modifications. Our Review. I know I cant expect it to stand like a Cerakote/Duracote finish, but … The only down side is Cerakote doesn't have as many colors in air dry. The CERAKOTE Ceramic Headlight Restoration Kit is a great solution if you are worried about how to maintain the clarity of your car headlights for longer. Firearms Finish Showdown – Cerakote vs DuraCoat vs Krylon – Finishes for Knife Makers and Gunsmiths. In … I can't speak for Krylon, but the Matte/Flat Rustoleum has been great on my gun. The brand Cerakote was founded in the year 1984 with a vision to provide innovative solutions to industries like automobiles, aerospace, firearms, etc. With a ceramic coating, headers take on a stylish, uniform finish that looks professional while being easy to care for. Right down to the aluminum. The Cerakote made the lens more clear than the Rust-oleum … Jun 5, 2015 #5 mountainman56 Well-Known Member. Not everyone is looking to wow onlookers with their engine compartment, but if you are, header coatings help you stand out from the crowd. Firearms finishes are a great tool for both knife makers and gunsmiths. Rust-Oleum’s Wipe New Trim Restorer is designed to restore and protect worn automotive trim and plastic. Both Krylon and Rustoleum use proprietary nozzles that require different handles.) July 4, 2016 . Editor's Notes. They can be used to add color, inhibit rust, and generally dress up knives as well as firearms. November 11, 2020: In this update, we added the Rust-Oleum 251591 to the list, which is a reliable, protective coating for a vehicle’s brake calipers, drums, rotors, and springs.It’s available in black or red, and you can adjust the spray angle, as needed. in terms of cleaning products. Applies to metal, wood, plaster or masonry. The only frustrating part is that unlike the other wipe based kit from Cerakote, you only get one applicator that you have to use on both headlights. The fella I bought it from took the butt off and packaged the threaded rod in bubble wrap, no tape. It's only a slight upgrade from Rustoleum spray paint in my opinion. 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