Caliper paint ??
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Melting Slicks
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Caliper paint ??
Is it possible to paint the calipers on the car and do a good job? I want to paint mine to match the car but I don't want to take them off!I want to see what the rest have done!
Drifting
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From: Naples FL
Of course you have to take your wheels off which gives you a chance to really clean them but it is very possible to paint with them still on. I used an actual paint kit with a brush. If that is the way you go I recommend buying a different brush from michaels or an arts store cause the one they give you starts to fall apart. If that is the way you go I would at least do 2 coats, if you wanna go more then it would look even better but I did 2 and it looks good.
Good luck,
David
Good luck,
David
Burning Brakes
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Bugman
Check out the Bugman's website: www.bugmanweb.com
he has a good description of the process he did with detailed photos.
he has a good description of the process he did with detailed photos.
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I use the plasticote kit as well as the caliper spray can to paint engine parts, including block, and even the transmission in my CRX and Neon autox cars. The stuff goes on much smoother, and leaves a glossier, smoother coat...It looks great and stays looking good for a long time. I first used it on the CRX calipers two years ago and they still look new...
Good stuff...
Good stuff...
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http://www.caswellplating.com/vht/du...iperpaint.html
not sure if this need to be a vendor or not.
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not sure if this need to be a vendor or not.
Chris
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