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Audi Kid
03-28-2003, 05:20 PM
so i need to paint my calipers! what is the best way to go abought? what are the cheapest ways? thx in advance.
hkcivic2k2
03-28-2003, 06:56 PM
get caliper paint , couple good quality brushes & jack stands

take your wheels of and paint em....

prlly cost u around 50



has anyone used the caliper paint spray?? any opinions on that??
91_Integz
03-28-2003, 07:09 PM
i used engine enamel so it could withstand the heat...caliper paint is the same type of thing. I wouldn't buy that kit you can get at tuner shops...i just went to auto value
bigboom
03-28-2003, 07:21 PM
is it better to take your calipers off before painting?
ramminghard
03-28-2003, 07:25 PM
yes
jaylo
03-28-2003, 08:24 PM
Originally posted by bigboom
is it better to take your calipers off before painting?

You don't really need to, but do it if you can
Weapon_R
03-29-2003, 05:54 AM
There is some stuff at cdn tire that goes for under 10 bucks, two cans should be more than enough. Dont bother with that overpriced crap they sell at the tuner shops.
Audi Kid
03-30-2003, 05:16 PM
thx guys!
Canadian 2.5RS
03-31-2003, 10:41 AM
i used high temp engine enamel and sprayed it into the top of the spray can, then applied it with a paint bruch, while still on the car.

worked out fine for me, put on a few coats and they havnt chipped yet. ive got pics if tyou want them.
Ferio_vti
03-31-2003, 11:19 AM
Originally posted by Canadian 2.5RS
i used high temp engine enamel and sprayed it into the top of the spray can, then applied it with a paint bruch, while still on the car.

worked out fine for me, put on a few coats and they havnt chipped yet. ive got pics if tyou want them.

How did you prep the surface before painting??
T5_X
03-31-2003, 11:20 AM
Originally posted by 91_Integz
i used engine enamel so it could withstand the heat...caliper paint is the same type of thing. I wouldn't buy that kit you can get at tuner shops...i just went to auto value

:werd:
Mike, go pick up some ford engine blue enamel from crappy tire, that should look good :thumbsup:
Audi Kid
03-31-2003, 07:59 PM
i want black calipers man
dynamic
03-31-2003, 08:02 PM
bar-b-q paint works awesome if you want to go them black. 4 bucks at crappy tire.
audio1der
04-01-2003, 08:21 AM
Just wrap the rotors with Safeway bags.(hey- you said cheapest...)