painting brake calipers

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May 12, 2006 | 06:50 PM

GunmetalRX

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painting brake calipers

hey, im getting new crossdrilled rotors, and ive obviously gotta take the calipers off to install the rotors, and i am going to paint them. wondering what the best type of paint to use was.

May 12, 2006 | 10:07 PM

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brake caliper paint from your local autoparts store =P

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May 12, 2006 | 10:45 PM

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You could also use high temp engine enamel. They make a bunch of colors and clear. Use some brake cleaner and a wire brush on the calipers or the paint will have a tough time sticking.