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Old Sep 26, 2009 | 01:59 PM
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i would like to paint my brake caliber Red...any tips? how i can do this spray paint?

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Old Sep 26, 2009 | 02:21 PM
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i would like to paint my brake caliber Red...any tips? how i can do this spray paint?
Go to your local parts store and buy the Caliper painting kit made by Dupicolor, It works great and costs about 16 bucks, Make sure everything is clean before you start painting, You can also add a little thinner to the paint to thin it out a bit, It is really thick.
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Old Sep 26, 2009 | 03:04 PM
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thanks, i like that pic by the way
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Old Sep 26, 2009 | 03:05 PM
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heres a good write up on how to paint your CALIPERS:
http://www.corvettelegends.net/html/...20painting.doc
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