Painting exhaust system

[krjt]

Just picked up a new exhaust system and it has the silver paint applied.
I was planning on painting it to prolong the life of the system with either zinc paint or some exhaust hi temp paint from the local auto supply.
Any suggestions? I was leaning for the zinc to prevent corrosion externally.

Thanks.

[97 SL320]

The zinc I've used before tends to burn off. High temp silver works just fine, be sure to wipe down with lacquer thinner for good adhesion. And, clean / touch up every few years.

[Ferdman]

krjt, as far as I know exhaust systems normally rust from the inside out, primarily as the result of a vehicle being driven short distances repeatedly. The exhaust system never reaches operating temperature, and internal condensation causes oxidation to start on the bottom of the exhaust pipe and muffler, etc.

[NJ300sdl]

I'm going to use stove paint.

[krjt]

What is stove paint? brush on or in a can?

[NJ300sdl]

Spray and brush. Search "stove paint" for products.