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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 06:02 AM
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I'm planning on painting my C5-Brake Calipers for the first time this Saturday. Any advice from the "Pros" ???
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 06:52 AM
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I tried the paint by brush system and could never get the smooth finish I wanted. Tape everything off and spray, it's the best way!!
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Was planing on going with the spray anyway. Thanks... How has the paint held up on yours?
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by SLIK
I tried the paint by brush system and could never get the smooth finish I wanted. Tape everything off and spray, it's the best way!!
Use painters tape. It works great and easy to remove.
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Old Jul 11, 2005 | 09:11 AM
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I went the spray route. Just mask everything and take your time and make sure you get the calipers really clean before painting. Pretty easy DIY project.
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If you've got a lift for the car, good for you. If you're like me, and have to manually jack it up, get a good set of jack stands, and hockey pucks(unless you have the jacking pucks already...)

Also, and I can't stress this enuff if you're jacking up the car manually, CHOCK THOSE FRONT WHEELS!!! At least one should be fine, but be patient, don't rush, and plan on several coats.

Good luck and post pix of the finished product!
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Originally Posted by SLIK
I tried the paint by brush system and could never get the smooth finish I wanted. Tape everything off and spray, it's the best way!!
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