rayman009

I seen caliper paint range from 15-40 dollars. One comes in a spray and they other you have to paint it on. Which one would work best? and do i have to remove the caliper to paint it?

SoundSpeed

$4 for high heat paint from Autozone. It is all the same sh!t.
No, you don't have to remove the caliper to paint it. The spray works good. Just cover all areas you don't want painted with newspaper and tape. Clean, sand, prime (x2 coats), paint (x4 coats) with clear coat being optional. I got some gloss high heat paint so I don't think I will need a clear coat.

rayman009

how much does primer cost?

SoundSpeed

I think about the same price. If you go to the automotive store the spray on primer should be in the same area as the paints. Sanding material should also be in the same general vacinity.

rayman009

so i first apply the paint and then sand it down, and then apply the primer?

SoundSpeed

First clean the calipers really good, then dry them. Then lightly sand them. There is special automotive sanding paper for that. Then wipe them down again. Then apply two coats of primer (about 10 minutes between each coat). Then do 4 coats of paint (about 10 minutes between coats). Read the paint directions for how long you should wait between coats. The paint and primer I got was 10 minutes.

You can also add a couple of coats of clear coat, thought that isn't really necessary.

850EX

Damn, thats ALOT of WORK!!!!

speed

I've done it before for my previous vehicle. It's takes time, but it's not that hard. But, I didn't prime the calipers though. My friend had them on his car, he said he just sanded it and painted it with cheap ass paint. The paint we used wasn't even high heat (high heat didn't come in yellow), it didn't peel off at all though!

rayman009

so...i'm assuming i have to remove the tire right?

johnnyb_s

Yes, take off the tire, but you can leave the caliper on if you want, but you will have to tape off everything you don't want paint on. Also, you will have to let it sit until it dries...should be on the instructions. I would recommend not painting them if they are hot...let them cool down.

Weekendzs

Rayman yes also make sure you turn on the car and open the glove conpartment ..j/k....lol....Yes man remove the tire.... I'm just giving you a hard time....

rayman009

any good brand of paint i should use?

SoundSpeed

Nothing specific. Foliatec makes some caliper paint, but it can be expensive. There was some colorgenics paint or something at the autoparts store, but it costed a bit much. I just got some generic high heat paint that cost 4 bucks a can. You don't need anything more. Autozone should have a good selection of paint.

SoundSpeed

Yes, this is correct. Take the tire off, but leave the caliper on. Removing the caliper is not necessary, I wouldn't even attempt it.

Also, once you are completely done, leave the paint to dry until the next day. I believe the paint I got requires a 12 hour dry period. It should tell you on the paint can. So, I will make sure I don't have to go anywhere after I finish painting my calipers.

rayman009

i have some engine enamel, will that work with the calipers? because it says it can be put on most surfaces and with stand heat up to 500 degress F. Also i noticed that the rear caliphers have gaps between them, any tips on how to do those? After painting the calipers can i put the wheel back on? What is the point of sanding the caliper before painting it?

SoundSpeed

I saw engine enamel at the auto store. It should be ok, though I am not familiar with the enamel.I just decided to go with high heat "paint" to be sure. As for the gaps, just fill the gaps in with paper or something so the paint doesn't go onto the rotor, then spray the paint in. Once you start painting the calipers, everything will become clear and you can figure things out as you go. It isn't too hard.

Wait until the calipers are not wet to the touch, then you can put the wheels back on.

Sanding the caliper smooths it out and helps make the surface even. It also removes any dirt or debris that didn't get removed when you cleaned it.

I am painting my valve covers and doing my mesh grill at the same time as my calipers that way I don't have to sit around waiting for my calipers to dry. Maybe you could do a couple projects at once so as not to get bored.