General how easy is it to paint calipers?

[Vimto Rolf]

Ive now got my caliper paint and it comes with some instructions. i just thought i would ask those who have already done it.

obviously i would need to clean the calipers before i paint them. what would be the best way to do this?

all replies much appreciated

 

[Se7enHP]

Piece of ****

 

[Vimto Rolf]

Piece of ****

ok thats good news.

what kind of prep did you do ie cleaning sanding etc?

 

[Se7enHP]

When I have done mine on previous car I have prep'd them with an alcohol base cleaning wipe (no need to sand) Just make sure they are spotless, I don't kno0w what paint you are planning to use, I have always used Caliper paint, But I know alot of people just use their desired colour hammerite and tend to get professional results. But honestly Rolf it is probably one of the easiest DIY styling mods to do.

 

[Captain Mike]

search....

https://www.fiatforum.com/punto/151826-painting-calipers.html

 

[manthatkidisscrewed]

very easy

 

[Se7enHP]

I'm not into telling people to go 'SEARCH'!
Make sure you use a small paintbrush as well

 

[Vimto Rolf]

ta i got caliper paint from here if it helps.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=310087810486

came with gloves, about a 1/4 inch brusand sandpaper.

i think ill probs use ipa to clean them before i start but wash them first as well.

how many coats would you suggest to do the bloke who i bought the paint from suggests 2 but that sounds a bit rich id have thought id need more than 2.

 

[Captain Mike]

the link dont work.

 

[Vimto Rolf]

the link dont work.

doesnt it it does for me. ill try again.

this should work:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PURPLE-BRAKE-CALIPER-CALLIPER-DRUM-PAINT_W0QQitemZ150303169495QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item150303169495

i payed £23.95 all told

 

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[Vimto Rolf]

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ok try the new one it does work.

the one in post #10

 

[Captain Mike]

no that one dont work.

£24 for a pot of paint though

 

[Vimto Rolf]

no that one dont work.

£24 for a pot of paint though

sorry try this one:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PURPLE-BRAKE-...39:1|66:2|65:12|240:1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

the foliatec stuff is about the same but they dont do many colours.

 

[1.8Stilo]

hammerite is only about £7

purple :shakehead:

 

[Jamie]

sorry try this one:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PURPLE-BRAKE-CALIPER-CALLIPER-DRUM-PAINT_W0QQitemZ150303169495QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item150303169495&_trkparms=72%3A1301|39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A12|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

the foliatec stuff is about the same but they dont do many colours.

whooaaa you got ripped off big stylee

 

[Andy Monty]

whooaaa you got ripped off big stylee

yep but i bet you pay a premium for purple


anyhow onto your question.....

Always make sure the car is properly supported on axle stands and a decent jack DON'T work on a car only supported by the provided jack and chock all the other wheels set the handbrake firlmy and leave in gear and on firm level ground......


your best off removing the pads if you don't know how to do this DON'T (or ask your dad for help) any work on the braking system should be done with great care and all bolts should be refitted to the correct torque and thread locked where appropriate...... ...

clean the caliper really well use some acidic alloy wheel cleaner (autoglym wheel clean is nice and aggressive and rinse well) to remove the thickest grime, then wipe over well with brake cleaner solvent to remove any oil or grease now if they are fairly clean give a light rub over with a wire brush and some 100 grit wet and dry to give the paint a key....

clean again with solvent then paint several THIN layers with a light rub down in between coats and allow to dry

 

[Vimto Rolf]

whooaaa you got ripped off big stylee

how much did you pay for caliper paint then the cheapest i have seen it is £20

 

[Vimto Rolf]

yep but i bet you pay a premium for purple


anyhow onto your question.....

Always make sure the car is properly supported on axle stands and a decent jack DON'T work on a car only supported by the provided jack and chock all the other wheels set the handbrake firlmy and leave in gear and on firm level ground......


your best off removing the pads if you don't know how to do this DON'T (or ask your dad for help) any work on the braking system should be done with great care and all bolts should be refitted to the correct torque and thread locked where appropriate...... ...

clean the caliper really well use some acidic alloy wheel cleaner (autoglym wheel clean is nice and aggressive and rinse well) to remove the thickest grime, then wipe over well with brake cleaner solvent to remove any oil or grease now if they are fairly clean give a light rub over with a wire brush and some 100 grit wet and dry to give the paint a key....

clean again with solvent then paint several THIN layers with a light rub down in between coats and allow to dry

ok that makes perfect sense its basically the same kind of prep you do for any paint job.eg clean rough up multiple light coats.

how many coats would you suggest? as i know this kind of paint is different.

 

[5abr3]

how much did you pay for caliper paint then the cheapest i have seen it is £20

It's more common to use Hammerite, does the same job, different name, 'same' results.

Not an expert in the field or anything but that's what I've seen anyway!