KillaSpiceTSW

I have a CSM TC and I wanted to paint, dip, spray, or anyway I can color my Calipers. I dont know which color I want yet. I wanted to get some opinions and see some photos to compare and make my decision. Thank you guys!

Hyghgynx

When you decide on a color, use THIS. Not only does it come in more colors than the Dupli-Color kit it holds up over time better. My calipers are red on my SSM. I used the Dupli-Color kit but I am seriously considering re-doing them with the G2 kit.

IceCold8784

I just ordered the G2 Kit yesterday($45 after shipping & tax) after seeing some pics of the results. I went with red paint on my NBM. Hopefully, weather permiting, I'll be able to paint them within the next week or so.

iNck

G2 FTW

dqlostsoulz

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DAMMMMMM...........thats way too much.................just go to autozone or kragen and buy the dupli-color caliper paint kit fot like $18 bucks..............it works just as good and comes with everything you need. I did and worked like a charm..........check it out.

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...604&highlight=

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...673&highlight=

hybridsolidr

Here are some of mine done with dupli-color caliper paint. I used brake part cleaner to clean the calipers then sprayed them. They are holding up well after about a year.

KillaSpiceTSW

The dupli color looks pretty good. So G2 is the best, ill probably buy that. My friend used dupli color on his Grand Prix GTP and it seems to fade....

NurSpec

make sure to sand the bajeezus out of the caliper face. The smoother the surface the better it will look (helps the paint adhere too). Also, blast it well with brake cleaner to get all the debris off.

ilovemytC

I used the G2 kit also, bought it for $37 shipped on eBay. No sanding required and everything you need comes in the kit. You can sand if you want but they paint is THICK and you won't see all the bumps on the caliper, and there's enough for 3-4 coats.

G2 offers a 2 year warranty against chipping, fading, etc and so far after a year they look like the first day. I chose this because of the warranty and also because it is brush on instead of a spray can. Here is the link:

http://stores.ebay.com/THAT-HUBCAP-A...int_W0QQfsubZ5

krazyqban352

did you buy the gold kit?

KillaSpiceTSW

Nice those G2's look nice. Its OEM looking I think I want to go with Ford Blue or an equivalent blue. I did my engine cover that color. So I might try that. I think the blue on my CSM would look sweet...

tCeeder

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i used the 'ol duplicolor brush on kit, no problems:





you can see more pics here: https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=224641

KillaSpiceTSW

That looks pretty good Seeder. Your car is clean looking.

tcbabe

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KillaSpiceTSW

This is what im about to purchase. Will there definitely be enough to do all 4 calipers... I think this will look sweet!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BLUE-...mZ290233567171

I plan on buying from ebay..... The Blue G2 for 36.99....

ilovemytC

^there was enough to do 4 thick coats and there was still paint left over. I'm buying another kit just to paint the outer trim of my wheels, and maybe the lettering on the engine cover

ilovemytC

yup, that's the gold. I saw the dupli-color gold but it wasn't orange enough to match the sidemarkers

KillaSpiceTSW

Looks real good. Im sure ill be satisfied with the Blue... Alot of people do red and I want to be a tad bit different. I think thats why I like your gold....

Hyghgynx

Yep, there will be enough. If the kit is like the Dupli-Color one, you might want to invest in some
better brushes. For around $3 you can get a pack of "Artist's Brushes" at Lowe's/Home Depot.
They help out TREMENDOUSLY with the 'fine detailing' of the caliper painting process.

sweetdreamz

You are definitely going to love this kit! Here is a pic of the blue:


And I agree about getting more brushes. I ended up finding one in my makeup bag that worked well. Perks of being a chick!