Black paint, Black wheels, White caliper paint?
09-13-2018, 08:23 AM
#2
Le Mans Master
Don't own one like that, but picturing it doesn't sound that good. Also, the white would not last long before becoming pretty dingy and I don't think, even with meticulous maintenance, you'd be able to keep them white for long....assuming you are talking about white/white?
09-13-2018, 09:30 AM
#3
Le Mans Master
Don't recall ever seeing white calipers.
But, if DIYing worth a gamble or use software and "draw" a sample.
Might look good, might not.
My statement might not, because there is no other white to "tie" the calipers too.
And, as mentioned above, keeping clean and from discoloring may be a daily maintenance job.
Again, could look very good and don't forget to blacken the word Corvette on the caliper.
But, if DIYing worth a gamble or use software and "draw" a sample.
Might look good, might not.
My statement might not, because there is no other white to "tie" the calipers too.
And, as mentioned above, keeping clean and from discoloring may be a daily maintenance job.
Again, could look very good and don't forget to blacken the word Corvette on the caliper.
09-13-2018, 09:44 AM
#4
Don't own one like that, but picturing it doesn't sound that good. Also, the white would not last long before becoming pretty dingy and I don't think, even with meticulous maintenance, you'd be able to keep them white for long....assuming you are talking about white/white?
09-13-2018, 09:45 AM
#5
Don't recall ever seeing white calipers.
But, if DIYing worth a gamble or use software and "draw" a sample.
Might look good, might not.
My statement might not, because there is no other white to "tie" the calipers too.
And, as mentioned above, keeping clean and from discoloring may be a daily maintenance job.
Again, could look very good and don't forget to blacken the word Corvette on the caliper.
But, if DIYing worth a gamble or use software and "draw" a sample.
Might look good, might not.
My statement might not, because there is no other white to "tie" the calipers too.
And, as mentioned above, keeping clean and from discoloring may be a daily maintenance job.
Again, could look very good and don't forget to blacken the word Corvette on the caliper.
09-13-2018, 09:50 AM
#6
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09-13-2018, 10:18 AM
#7
Le Mans Master
Well, it might look good and taste is an individual preference. Didn't mean to rain on your parade, just my personal initial reaction. On keeping white, white, if I were doing it I would probably try some clearcoats over the white. Still could "yellow" from heat and brake dust, but might be better than white as the top coat.
09-13-2018, 10:21 AM
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I think that there is a reason why you can't find any pictures of cars like that.
09-13-2018, 11:03 AM
#9
Burning Brakes
If it's a solid type caliper (Brembo, Z06/GrandSport) white shouldn't be *that* difficult to keep clean, the faces of them are pretty smooth. But a floating type caliper (base model type) with it's rough texture and creases would present much more of a challenge.
Ceramic pads would be a MUST.
Ceramic pads would be a MUST.
09-13-2018, 11:46 AM
#10
Pro
This is just a mock up just to give you an idea. But think due to the texture of calipers that they wouldn't look clean for long.
Last edited by itomh; 09-13-2018 at 11:51 AM.
09-13-2018, 11:57 AM
#11
Le Mans Master
I have a Black/Black ZR1. No way I would ruin that look with white calipers. Red, Black or Silver would be the way to go. Someone posted above that you can't find any pictures of white. I wonder why?
Last edited by 69L79; 09-13-2018 at 11:58 AM.
09-13-2018, 01:24 PM
#12
Race Director
I cant imagine how much it would suck to try to keep white calipers clean, haha.
09-13-2018, 11:26 PM
#15
Le Mans Master
Beautiful car. I'd stay murdered out all the way and go black if it were mine.....
....and the exhaust tips too.....
....and the exhaust tips too.....
Last edited by BlindSpot; 09-13-2018 at 11:27 PM.
09-13-2018, 11:51 PM
#16
Drifting
Pretty sure I recall that Spinmonster was running an ‘05 with white calipers. Looked awesome. Don’t think it was a big deal keeping things clean. Ceramic pads will make things wholly bearable. Get a nice pencil-brush and you are all set.
09-14-2018, 12:14 AM
#17
Race Director
I assume they're silver already? What about a nice gunmetal color. A little bit of pop, but not too much. Plus gunmetal always looks dirty so it never looks dirty
Last edited by FAUEE; 09-14-2018 at 12:15 AM.
09-14-2018, 07:26 AM
#18
Pro
Yellow or gold would look nice. Color would give some depth to your wheels. Also would be a nice touch to rear plates and tie it all in
Last edited by itomh; 09-14-2018 at 07:29 AM.
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