Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™
That thing is painted. Overspray & texture give it away.
FYI: When it comes to powdercoating, heat is a part of the process.

After the powder is applied, the powdercoated item must be placed in an oven to melt the powder and form the actual coating.
Not sure abou you but my F22s valve cover was textured from the factory as is my H22 that is currently in it. So I don't see texture as being a reason to say it was sprayed
But I do agree it was spray painted with high temp from the looks of it.
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