Spray painted dryer bulkhead

[kenmore70]

I recently spray painted the bulkhead on a Kenmore Dryer from 1971, using the Whirlpool Grey Spray Paint (Part #350938). I sanded it down first, and also in between coats. I know from reading other posts in the past that it's not really recommended, but I wanted to give it a try. This dryer will not be used much, maybe one load a week. I am really curious to see how long it will last. I don't have a very good before picture of the whole thing, so I posted a few.

 

[kenmore70]

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[kenmore70]

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Pic 3

 

[goatfarmer]

Looks like new!

 

[whirlcool]

I'd let it sit and cure very well in a dry room for a few weeks before reinstalling.
I think the finish will end up harder that way.

 

[combo52]

Repainted WP Dryer Bulkhead

It looks good I have done this many times, I usually just let it dry over night and then reassemble the dryer and run the machine on high heat to bake the finish for a while and then let it rest. Heating the finish is MUCH faster than letting it air dry for a few weeks, just like they do when painting cars.