coating engine bearings, pistons

[pupjoint]

any shops doing this in malaysia?

not sure if there will be or are any improvments, but thinking of trying it out if it can be done locally.

 

[mADmAN]

wat coating??

ceramic??

if ceramic....u can check out ceramico

 

[pupjoint]

ok thanks, will check them out

 

[ddv_nk12]

If you are referring to ceramic, then the answer is yes. I don't know what improvements you mean but generally, by doing this you help reduce friction and also I think the lubrication can protect these parts from wear and damage.

 

[WPQ800]

hmmmmmm suppose it will make it more durable and resilient under usage, especially in high temperature and high rev application.......

also worth mentioning it looks superb if u coat caliper, exhaust headers, intercooler pipes, etc...

ive seen a few and love it.....

 

[ddv_nk12]

Forgot to mention that it is advisable to get someone who's good at it to do it for you. We are talking about the engine internals here. So take no chances when it comes to quality.

 

[gsr1.8]

also looking for place can do dis :)

 

[escksu]

If you are referring to ceramic, then the answer is yes. I don't know what improvements you mean but generally, by doing this you help reduce friction and also I think the lubrication can protect these parts from wear and damage.

I don't think ceramic coating will reduce friction though. That one is another coating (eg. graphite, MoS2 etc....)

But ceramic coating on piston tops will work. Bearings don't need any coating (some aftermarket ones have teflon coating)

 

[AlucarD]

What you want is something like DFL (Dry Film Lubricant) from the likes of:

Calico - ceramic coatings, teflon coatings, thermal coatings solutions with Calico Coatings

Swain - http://www.swaintech.com/

Techline - Welcome to Techline Coatings

Or the recent discovery:

WPC Treatment - What is WPC?

Please do not ceramic coat your bearings. You will destroy the engine when you start it!!

Google is your best friend!!

 

[Melven57]

how does it destroy the engine when nano ceramic coat to all the internal engine bearing & all metal parts?

 

[AlucarD]

Errr, what is nano ceramic coating?? I have never heard of it being used for automotive applications specifically engine internals. Have you tried if before and what are it's main benefits?

I would be very carefull and trust only reputable and experience people when it comes to coating my engine internals. For example main and crank bearings has specific tolerences and finishing. You just cant go and coat as many layer or as much as how you like.

 

[pupjoint]

yes i am aware of calico. unfortunately they dont sell outright the bearings for my car, i have to mail to them and get it done and then mail back to me.

looking if there are anyone doing such thing in malaysia.

 

[escksu]

how does it destroy the engine when nano ceramic coat to all the internal engine bearing & all metal parts?

I think we are all referring to different type of ceramic coating. Thermal coating such as Boron Nitride is meant for thermal purpose, not friction reduction. The ceramic coating on your exhaust headers is another eg. These ceramic coatings are not meant for bearing surfaces.

If you are talking about nano ceramic coatings like Boron CLS, BAM etc. These are friction reduction ceramics, not meant for thermal purpose.

Thus different type of ceramics. Ceramics is just a general term.

 

[likorplf]

Coating engine bearings and pistons can be a way to improve durability, reduce friction, and enhance performance. There are a few types of coatings commonly used, such as DLC (diamond-like carbon), ceramic, or molybdenum disulfide, which can offer improved wear resistance and lower friction. You can try Racing and Performance Shops: Many high-performance tuning shops or engine builders may offer coating services. Shops that deal with racing or performance upgrades often provide DLC or ceramic coatings for engine parts like pistons, connecting rods, and Spherical Roller Bearings. It's worth inquiring with well-established performance shops.