Guys finally no rain today in Brooklyn, so i can finally get started on the project that i wanted to do for awhile. thing is i searched Over 100 times i cant really find what im looking for ,yeah i got the basics on how to do it but how Long do i actually need to wait for the dry period between coats and also Can some1 send or post here a diy with pics if possible Thanks

 

Send them out for powder coating.

 

just wait like 30 mins between coats.

whatya need a diy for. clean them, then paint them. done.

 

What kind of paint are you using? Where did you get it from? Finally was able to wash my car this morning (in Queens).

 

regular spray can paint will be affected by the heat and start to discolor or dry out and flake off. the only way to have a lasting durable finish is to have it powdercoated.

 

wrong!

paint actually has a higher temp rating than powder coating does.

 

 

^LMFAO

hahah omg thats great

 

Go to any auto parts store. Ask for brake caliper paint. It has a very high temperature rating. Remove your calipers. Use plenty of brake parts cleaner to thorough clean the calipers. Let them dry. Paint them. Let them dry per instructions on the can; however long it tells you to. Second coat them. Let them dry. Put them back on your car.

 

I hope you're painting the non Sport calipers.

I wouldn't DIY paint the sport calipers if I were you.

Anyways, you can buy caliper painting kits at most car parts store. It includes high temp. paint. Just make sure you clean and prep the calipers properly. I used high temp engine cover spray paint on my Civic's calipers. Worked well, but it started to chip off after 3 years.

 

Why not?

 

really? you're telling me a can of duplicolor off the shelf has higher temp rating than powdercoating that cures at 375 to 400 degrees? o.k., sure. and its more durable too i guess.

 

No, but brake caliper paint is.


why not, i did, and they look great. I wouldnt use those brush kits obvi since our calipers are smooth and theyd prolly leave brush marks, but spray paint comes out great.

 

the caliper paint kits that i found come with a dam brush and a lil paint bottle i really dont want to paint my calipers with a brush and yes i do have the sport calipers and i also dont get whats wrong with painting them

 

I have also wanted to do this. Please post some pics when your done. I was thinkin about powder coating since the sport calibers are so smooth. But I thought it would look great