Some reference pictures - The black coating is used to improv…

Some reference pictures -

The black coating is used to improve the seal between the throttle body bore and blade, this improves idle quality.

I gave the exterior of the T/B including linkage a couple coats of Eastwood clear for bare metal so it wouldn't get oxidized and discolored by next year

Owner caption September 2009 · Photo 1336 of 1452