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Old 08-04-2007, 10:43 PM
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Default How to remove Crappy Brake Caliper Paint?

Just bought an 00 WS6 that has painted brake calipers on it. It is chipping off and looks really shitty. What do I need to remove it with? I am assuming I need some sort of a paint stripper. Any suggestions?
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aircraft paint remover

autozone/oreillys/advances/wal mart sell it.
5-6 bucks a can. will leave it to bare aluminum, then spray whatever color you want.
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or a little elbow grease and a wire brush to remove **** thats loose..... and repaint w.e color u want
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I am either going to repaint them black or silver. I have painted brake calipers before, but used a kit called GT2 brake caliper kit. It is good stuff, but it would be a lot easier to just spray instead of brushing. Are there any good spray paints, and what kind should I go with.
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You can always leave brake fluid on them, it will soften the paint and it wipes off. Don't ask me how I know..lol



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