Paint it, Clear it or Let It Rip?

If you're going to paint it, use something that's fuel resistant. Otherwise, any gas spill will have it looking like *** in no time.
looking like *** in no time
One of the funniest responses I've read in a long time. Actually chuckled out loud.
But your right about using fuel resistant paint, and that duplicolor engine paint with ceramic is no bueno.
Btw, the op's manifold looks great!