Painting my calipers

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03-25-2001, 07:10 PM

dnas420

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Please tell me the best wy to paint my calipers and what kind of paint sticks the best. Anything that you think will help me. I have a lift at my work and a heater and fans. I have heard to add a clear coat but im not sure. Send me pics of instructions if you have any. Anything can help just dont want it to look stupid. http://www.geocities.com/maximumdrop

03-25-2001, 08:49 PM

Cincy94Max

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http://www.amesweb.com/blake/howtos.html
That will get you started. Oh and by the way, last time I was in PepBoys they were selling Brake Caliper paint.

03-26-2001, 06:48 AM

lcali1

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": Just go to Walmart and buy some paint from there. ITs cheaper.....duh

(Flat black/Silver) Go ahead and also buy the clear coat.

03-26-2001, 06:55 AM

maxmizd27

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I used the Folia Tec brake caliper laquer several years ago. Expensive, but it still looks great and it makes them very easy to clean. There is a thread on the 5th generation forum last week with pix from a guy who used it and a link to who carries it. It's epoxy based so it's very durable and heat resistant. Brushes on. I rebuilt my calipers at the same time, so I had everything taken apart ana removed from the car. Looks better and lasts longer than anything else I've ever seen.