How do I paint my brake calipers?

[kblume]

Here's a detailed guide i found by doing a quick Google search..

Tips on brake caliper painting.

I remember there being some detailed threads on OMC and M3F but a quick search came up empty handed....

[Wardski]

Here's a detailed guide i found by doing a quick Google search..

Tips on brake caliper painting.

I remember there being some detailed threads on OMC and M3F but a quick search came up empty handed....

Not really a good guide, and definately not detailed.. Kblume, shame on you!

I highly recommend you buy some G2 paint in pink colour off ebay (or direct from G2 in the USA) then buy some brake cleaner from Super Cheap (as the G2 kit doesnt have the aerosol in it as its posted from the USA) and then follow the instructions on the box.

It took me about 5 hrs total, 3 coats on each caliper.

I highly recommend you use a 1.2 tonne jack to lift up the rear wheels, and do both at the same time, then you can do the fronts individually (saves time as the paint hardens within 4-6 hrs)

If you need help, just ask

[PZEST-3]

if u want the colour to stand out make sure u put a coat of white on first helps to bring colour out and use high temp paint

[Wardski]

if u want the colour to stand out make sure u put a coat of white on first helps to bring colour out and use high temp paint

Forget white, it will only decrease the adhesion. USE G2 PAINT from the USA! Trust me, its the best thing since sliced bread. Its also applied by brush, and sets smooth as glass....

Easiest way to get colour to your calipers

[tricache]

good tips Ward

[Mr Nasa]

do what i did!!! lol
ebay.... i got brembo replicas lol!! they jus fit over the top of your standard caliper, tho im yet o fit them as i only got them today, theyll look brill!!!

[AD07]

Pics after the install would be great, im a bit skeptical as to how well they would actually fit over the calipers........

[2XS]

Might have to try a how to this weekend, with the centre console repeat, pending no rain.

[LYNCHY]

Awesome Site ....... Post no: 8

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[tricache]

pity you need to be a member...