How to Properly paint and gunk engine?

Been there, done that.... Never again..... I say this because it looked OK when you saw it 5 feet away but otherwise it just didn't turn out like I wanted versus the time put into it.... Do yourself a favor if you have the time, tools, and space and pull it to do this. Otherwise, powerwash it, gunk it, powerwash it, gunk it, and take off all you are able to. Then use foil, paper, and saran wrap as said. I am a huge fan of the Eastwood Prep but it aint cheap. Sprays real nice though and will help the paint adhere...

Good luck,
JW