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Old 04-22-06, 11:16 AM
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What brands of paint are good, and have a metallic bluish color? like this pic





From searching, it seems most recommended is G2, but They don't have this color

Also, is this easy enough to do for a noob that has never even jacked a car up, or should I just take this somewhere and have someone else do it for me.
Old 04-22-06, 12:26 PM
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The blue color on that caliper looks like hardened anodized coating for aluminum. As for painting the stock calipers, I suggest taking the caliper apart and getting it powder coated by a professional. Powder coat is robust and will resist heat, oil, and rock chips. Don't bother using automotive paint or spray paint.
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Originally Posted by argabaga
What brands of paint are good, and have a metallic bluish color? like this pic





From searching, it seems most recommended is G2, but They don't have this color

Also, is this easy enough to do for a noob that has never even jacked a car up, or should I just take this somewhere and have someone else do it for me.
Are these wheels on a IS or another car?
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Originally Posted by IS350ISFUN
Are these wheels on a IS or another car?
Looks like the ings car...
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Yup, it's the ings car
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Has any body painted their calipers any other color then black. Was wondering how silver/grey would look.
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