im going to get mine through mike the powdercoater...i believe its about $350 (includes return shipping), and you have to pay to ship them to him.

 

What kind of spray paint brand did you use? Have a thread on the process?

 

Thanks guys.

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Oh my 17 days, guess thats what it takes to look that good.

 

It's because of the paint i used, which required those long cure times. The higher-temp spray can be cured in the oven in just a few minutes but they have less color options.

 

Did this to my Z years ago. I learned right away not to use the high heat spray paint. It started coming off in a few months. The heat and rock chips tore the paint up. Then I used G2 Caliper Paint kit and it lasted forever.

 

^ which high heat paint have you used? I've used the same paint on my prior calipers as well as on my previous ride -- both of which were on track duty with no issues.

 

are there cover I can buy for the calipers isntead of having to paint em?

 

The ones from Autozone... I think Duplicolor high heat auto paint... it was years ago. The G2 is like an epoxy more then a paint...

 

I did a google search and found some, plastic and you attach with high heat silicone ...too cheap. Just search on caliper covers

 

Hmm. Could it have been the prep? I've never had high-temp paint fail. In any case, epoxy is certainly more resistant but i like the high-temp paints with ceramic as it helps with heat dissipation in extreme conditions.

For daily driving, it's not an issue, however.

 

Hey just to confirm, mike did you use this kit?

High-Performance Caliper Paint Kit by Duplicolor - Part BCP400 - Advance Auto Parts

Also I have an 08 Journey and my brakes don't look anything like the ones posted. Should I still go ahead with the paint job? I feel that they won't come out as sporty looking...

 

dont do it!

 

I used the "High Heat" one shown here but you can use either kind. The other has higher heat resistance and can be baked to cure faster.
Engine Enamel & High Heat

The standard brakes aren't smooth, it'll be harder to achieve the same look if you decide to paint it. The G2 Caliper paint might be a better bet since it's thicker and cures to a smoother finish.

 

Can't find that little decal for the rears on that site. 4 "wide x .8 h is the smallest, any advise??