ferbiepom

I am going to paint my caliper and I see some kits on the internet from G2 and Duplicolor.

I only see that the heat resistant is up0 to 900. Is that ok, because in the store they had some spray paint that is up to 1500 degress.

Also which is better to buy the kit that you paint on or spray paint.

if anyone has pics too can you show me your calipers

keri

Xsta Z 28

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Do a search in the appearnce forum.

I prefer spray paint over brush on. I've used Plasticoats caliper paint with excellent results.

As for heat, yes calipers do get hot, but not that hot . . . .

Flawless02SS

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I prefer the spray paint, and 500 degree paint will work fine
I have some pics of mine on my webshots link in sig, should be on page 3 or 4

hllywd

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I hand painted mine, mostly cause I wanted two colors.

JRracing

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I don't know if you can see these.

King James

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I sanded the front of mine completely smooth and used the engine enamel spray paint.

sb427f-car

Do they have those that say "Firebird" or "Trans Am" (ok smacks self for being a ricer now).

00 Trans Ram

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First off, I got the high temp paint made especially for calipers from VHT. You'll probably need 2 cans for all 4.

To do it, take off all wheels, then take off all the calipers. Remove the pads, then tape up the brake line to prevent overspray (I also hung plastic bags in the wheel well to prevent getting a red hue, but I'm not sure it's necessary). Then, clean the calipers with brake fluid. Wash with soap and water. Finally, grab a polishing wheel (little plastic, knobby looking thing) for a drill and polish all the other stuff off.

You may actually like the shiny silver look. I did, but painted them red anyway. Then, put on a light coat of paint. Work your way around the car, making sure to completely cover each, but not too heavily. I put 4 coats on mine, and it's lasted 3 years with only minor chipping. Allow it to dry for a few days before doing HEAVY braking (you can drive it a few hours afterwards, but no racing - my friend's bubbled because he raced 12 hours after painting).

Oh, and they do sell "Firebird" and "Trans Am" stickers for the calipers.

sb427f-car

Cool, thanks!

pistolpigg

where did you get the lettering?

DONAIMIAN

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Id rather the brush on kind, no worry of over spray.

ss02Camaro

I used the duplicolor caliper kit from Autozone. It still looks as good as when I did it a month ago, of course my car is filthy in the pic, but it does seem very durable. I found brushing it on to be quick, easy, and more convient compared to spray on.

LC

Has anyone achieved the "brembo" finish?

like it was covered in plastic.