Lykins Motorsports Basic Engine Coating Overview

[@alanhickey7433]

I’m impressed,what’s another thousand or so. I have a center oiler to build. Not in too much of a hurry, I’ve had it since 1973. I love all of the goodness you bless us with, Thank You

[@Mike62501]

Calico is PolyDyne from TX same Coatings Carl owns PolyDyne and license’s his process. I have used it since 1989 when testing head gaskets at FEL-PRO our pistons would develop cracks in the pin boss area under the intake pocket BBC L-88 in 12 hours or three tests. Carl coated a new set of forged pistons exactly the same brand that we have been cranking. After 200 testing hours still no cracks. Been recommending ever since. Oh I even had my 1 cyl Nitro RC boat piston coated. I couldn’t kill it like I did to others on 65% Nitro.

[@huskynox1]

I'd love to see these piston coatings after say 10k miles of normal street use in a hi-performance engine, just to see real world wear.

[@martinsrubenis789]

What are the names of the coatings and which companies You recommend for doing it?

[@lykinsmotorsports]

I recommend Calico.

[@jeffjones4040]

Good overview of coatings. What do the piston coatings cost? My opinion is the piston companies do a poor job of explaining the benefits of their coatings and the cost. I have to believe these companies have data that they don't advertise to show the benefits in either, friction reduction, temperature reduction, resistance to detonation, durability etc...

[@MrKT1955]

Thanks Brent, Great info as always.

[@jplperformance9073]

I love your channel. Your knowledge is amazing and I really enjoy the video's

[@jrmrencso8716]

How thick is the ceramic coating on pistons?

[@lonnieopp8198]

how do the coatings hold up to street use

[@lykinsmotorsports]

If they hold up to severe race use, street use is a walk in the park.