Not my usual thing but I have some new wheels for the W8 wagon I am fettling (everything from paint to rebuilt gearbox). Those shiny wheels (RS4 reps) and the big discs (334mm on the front) look a little wrong with the weathered calipers. Any recommendations for a make/type of paint? I'm also considering simply brushing them up and lacquering to give a more original finish so lacquer recommendations also welcome.

 

I'm doing mine with E-Tech silver paint this weekend, will put some pics up...

 

I'd be interested in the results too

 

I did some in red smoothrite spray a little while ago:

 

I used Halfords High Temp exhaust paint. Really low key colour and works well. £6 tin did everything with ease.



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Just some simple Hamerite will be fine as well

 

I used the halfords stuff, seems fine and is cheap. Prep is key if you need it to last.

 

Planning on painting mine whilst still on the car (with a brush...) - I don't think I have the technical skill to remove and replace the callipers without cocking something up, and I suppose brakes are pretty important. That said - is it a difficult job? If I could do it, then I'll change my pads at the same time.

 

Its easy, 2 bolts on the back of the caliper, 2 for the bracket.

Piston needs pushing back (turning back on the rears) and that's it.

 

Does disconnecting the hoses pose any problems? I don't particularly fancy messing about with bleeding the system at the moment.