Painting Calipers

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Nitrus0nous
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I plan on painting my calipers using G2 Paint. I was wondering if anyone else has used this, and if so what do you think? How long does it take to dry?

I'm thinking of doing this at the same time i install my struts/springs, since it will all be apart anyway.


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I did mine just using regulat high temp paint and haven't had a problem with it. Usually dries to the touch in 15-20 minutes after each coat.

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eddiec
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yeah i used the high temp stufff from autozone. try and do light coats, several of the. if there off the car and stripped down then bake them in the oven for a little bit to bake the paint on before reinstalling.

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I had planned on having my calipers powder coated, since it wouldn't be that much to have done. And will hold together longer then the paint. Of course I do plan on driving hard to I'm going for the longevity of looks.

nnkfws333
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I used bbq (barbeque) high temp paint. Put on a few coats and then put some clear coat. I should be finished by today after work. Maybe I can get some pics of it if I have some time.

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Where can i find clear coat? I think I'm gonna use red, but i'm still not sure. Might try silver or something. who knows.

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I bought mine from discount auto parts...yeah just can't wait for my rims to get in so I can put on these Z32 calipers =( I hate waiting...I painted my calipers black...gonna shave the Nissan emblem down to silver wich a nice Bronze 5Zigen FN01RC :drooling


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