Preparing Engine Block For Paint

I continued preparing the engine block for paint today. I deburred a couple of remaining threaded holes and applied masking tape to the various surfaces that need to be kept free of paint. The Aeroconversion AeroVee assembly video helped me identify which of the various surfaces needed to be protected. For the cylinder openings in the block I used the lids from various coffee cans to close in the openings.

After getting the engine fully masked I put it on a bench outside and proceeded to apply the paint. I let it dry and then a few days later removed the masking.