I am considering having my engine mount powder coated instead of painted. I'd like to hear folk's opinion on this. I'd also like to hear what color is recommended.

I have had one person tell me they recommend painting it instead because it is easier to repair if a crack were to develop. I got the impression that the person who suggested this also considered rewelding the crack while the engine was still on the plane. I think I would prefere to pull the engine and mount if that type of repair were necessary.

The mount is steel and is for a Jabiru J230 airplane.


Wayne