Paint questions?

[CHaingKaiShek]

What would ya'll suggest as the best way I strip paint from an engine of mine so it can be painted. Keep in mind this is a fully assembled engine, I simply need to find a product I can use that will strip the faded/chipped paint from the block/valve covers and then apply a new coat.

I assume I will need to apply primer to the engine of course, and then use a high temp paint of choice - in my case orange.

Also is the paint best to be brushed on? or are rattlecans acceptable?

Jeff