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Old 08-09-11, 11:10 PM
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Default Going to Paint my Calipers..

And I need your help. I'm probably going to use G2 paint but I heard the brush that comes with that isn't good. If you know what kind or size of brush would be most useful in this case that'd be great. Also, would like to know where you guys got the large "LEXUS" and small Lexus logo(for the rear) on ebay at. I checked but couldn't find a link. And any recommendations on which hightemp clearcoat to get? Thanks all, I'll be sure to post pics after of course! I know you guys love that
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lexus...#ht_598wt_1165

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lexus...#ht_621wt_1165


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lexus...#ht_621wt_1165
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Here are the decals I applied on mine. They've been on for about a year and are still in perfect shape. I didn't even clearcoat, as I was afraid it would yellow with the heat.

Honestly, the G2 brush is more than adequate for this purpose. Any brushmarks disappear because the epoxy-paint is self-leveling.

http://www.bombgrafx.com/ready
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agree with CAK 500. i used the brush provided in the kit and had no problems at all. i did use a thin, small brush to get in some tiny places though but i think you could just use the tip of a paper towel as well.
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What color are you going with?
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Do you know if those decals work on GS calipers? How exactly do they work? You just stick them on?
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they'll work best on the GS350 calipers. the 300 has different and smaller calipers so it'll be hard to find space to fit the "LEXUS" sticker on there.
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Originally Posted by CAK 500
Here are the decals I applied on mine. They've been on for about a year and are still in perfect shape. I didn't even clearcoat, as I was afraid it would yellow with the heat.

Honestly, the G2 brush is more than adequate for this purpose. Any brushmarks disappear because the epoxy-paint is self-leveling.

http://www.bombgrafx.com/ready
Thanks! I looked at all the options and they're great but not exactly perfect. I talked to the owner of bombgfrax and going to be making a custom decal! Don't worry it's nothing crazy, but it will be slightly different from everybody's..

Originally Posted by Mike@Vossen
What color are you going with?
For the longest time I told myself no wild colors, keep it simple with black and a white decal over it. But as I'm about to go through with the project..I changed my mind! LOL oops I might get some criticism for it but what I'm hoping to accomplish is a really clean look that adds a little aggressiveness. Welp, only one way to find out now!
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did mine yesterday...sorry about the brake dust...but i dig the used brake look...ha ha



I used engine paint with about 5 coats. It worked well on my last car as well
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Is there a brake paint kit you guys would recommand?
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Originally Posted by jmoc1
Is there a brake paint kit you guys would recommand?
G2 worked great for me. Didn't really know what I was doing and came out looking ****. http://www.g2usa.com/
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Yea i done my calipers with G2.
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Originally Posted by tunedis95
did mine yesterday...sorry about the brake dust...but i dig the used brake look...ha ha



I used engine paint with about 5 coats. It worked well on my last car as well
Looks good.

Now put some Vossen wheels on there.
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I believe the best way of doing it to have them powder coated
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Originally Posted by Mike@Vossen
Looks good.

Now put some Vossen wheels on there.
Hook him up mike with a good price he may get a set lol


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