1. strip it with aircraft remover...u can get this at advanced auto...that'll strip the finish and leave it bare metal

2. sand it like 400-500 grit..i forgot what grit i used lol u can prob search on honda tech

3. primer

4. wetsand with finer grit sandpaper..then dry

5. multiple coats of whatever color u choose. i used duplicolor hi temp paint. engine paint would work too...jus nething that would put up with high temps. do many many thin coats...then finish it off with some clear coat