I'm real close to being ready to repaint my engine bay while the engine is out. I've never attempted any sort of auto painting before so this should be fun. Got a couple of questions I'm hoping someone here can help with.

Anyone know what type of paint nissan was using in '79? Is it laquer or acrylic enamel? Or is there an easy way to find out? My book says you can't paint laquer over enamel as it'll wrinkle. It does mention a sealer but it's not clear that you can seal enamel to protect from laquer.

Also is there any special protection available for the area under the brake cylinders? Maybe an epoxy primer will protect the metal but is there anything speciial that will protect the finished paint against drips? Of course once it's done I'll be careful with the brake fluid but accidents do happen. Thanks for any help !!
michael