Painting calipers
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From: I'm a Texan, but I traded the horse for the Vette.
Hey, and there are guys on here that might even laugh.... but the WAL MART car "touch up" spray can I used under the "clear coat" spray is workin' awesome. Just get a razor blade to scrape off the paint over the Corvette letters and then clear coat. Had the Vette for 2 years, and caliper paint on for a lil over 1 year. I love the way it turned out, and man.... you can't go wrong.
Safety Car
Joined: May 2004
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From: Naples Florida
Originally Posted by C5starman
I used VHT engine enamel spray. States range of 550 degrees and chemical resistant coating. Been on my claipers and rotors for several months with no problems.
For something close to nassau blue, VHT engine enamel would be the way to go. Unless you go with powder coating
Melting Slicks
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From: Montreal ** Enjoy the ride !!
Originally Posted by C5starman
I used VHT engine enamel spray. States range of 550 degrees and chemical resistant coating. Been on my claipers and rotors for several months with no problems.
Post some pics when you get them painted,,
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Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Marysville Ohio
They actually sell caliper paint.
Ive done a set using Hi-heat or engine paint from the local parts store. (autozone, advance etc.) It turns out as nice as anything else, as long as you prep it thoroughly.
The cheaper, hi-heat paint route is more likely to have a color you want. "Caliper paint" and some other ideas often only come in red and black, or something like that.
Ive done a set using Hi-heat or engine paint from the local parts store. (autozone, advance etc.) It turns out as nice as anything else, as long as you prep it thoroughly.
The cheaper, hi-heat paint route is more likely to have a color you want. "Caliper paint" and some other ideas often only come in red and black, or something like that.
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