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I painted my calipers over the weekend

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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 05:10 AM
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I couldn't be happier with the results. I will get some pics on here as soon as I can, but wow. I got the G2 Brake Caliper Paint Kit. (In Red) I'm just very happy with it. It contrast great with the black paint.
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 05:55 AM
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Do you have any concerns with the paint chipping later on?
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 07:27 AM
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Not really...it has a high gloss finish and it's protected upto 950 degrees F. Plus, it has a lifetime guarantee on it. If it chips, cracks or fades, I just call them up with proof of purchase and I can ask them to refund my money or send another kit. I'll post the pic as soon as I can get them up.
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 07:55 AM
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have had mine for 2 years now and the calipers all look like new still...
just clean them once in a while and dont track the car if you want to keep the paint.
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 08:28 AM
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Ok so how much did this run you, and since you did it yourself any instructions you can provide would be helpful for sure!!
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 08:37 AM
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It took me about 3 1/2 hours to complete. I suggest you do it in the morning on a weekend. Don't do it when it's 90 degrees outside. You need to take the 4 wheels off, which means that you'll need jack stands. I got 2 sets of jack stands from Wal-Mart for $18. (They were called Mack stands...cheap but did the job)

Once you get the car on the stands, start the process. Just follow the directions on the kit and it's a pretty simple process, but it takes time. It's worth taking time. Also, get a thin wire brush from a local craft store. (I got mine at for about a $1.) Mask out the rubber parts and bolts. I used alumumin foil but you can you masking tape as well. Then paint away. I put 3 coats on mine, and like I said, I couldn't be happier with it. Hard work, but worth every sweat. Good luck.
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 09:45 AM
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Thanks for the feedback, I've been considering carrying this!
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 11:58 AM
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i can't see the pics. all i see are just squares with an x in it.
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 12:20 PM
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alright, I've created a little dinky web page for the pics.

Page 1

Page 2 (Just one more Pic)
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 12:46 PM
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i just used the duplicolor high temp paint to paint mine.........had no chips in 2 years......easier, cheaper and faster.....
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