Slingshot1

I'm painting my brake calipers next week. Should I spray or brush. which will give best results? I don't want to remove the calipers.
Thanks
Mike

LeX2K

You won't get good results unless you remove the calipers and thoroughly clean them, etch the metal then paint. I've had best results using engine enamel instead of caliper paint, it doesn't matter if you spray or brush.

kjcole

I used G2 paint. Took off the front calipers and carriers off, but left the backs in place. With the car jacked up and wheels off there are good access to the rears. I used brake cleaner and small wire/brass brushes to clean really, really thoroughly. The G2 paint, though brushed, flows beautifully. After nearly two months, they look great (so do the vinyl Lexus script/logos that I applied).

Slingshot1

I was thinking of going with the G2 paint kit. Did you mix it all and have enough time to do all four calipers with the same batch?
Thanks
Mike

kjcole

Yes and absolutely no problem with the workable time. Temps in the mid 70s to low 80s too.