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When you paint anything, the most important part is surface preparation. You want to make sure the surface of the object you are painting is free of any contaminants. These contaminants such as grease, oil, dust, etc. can prohibit proper adhesion of paint. We did not use a base primer, however we recommend 4 coats of primer before you paint with caliper paint. A. Ideally if it’s no trouble for you (we would). But on the whole, no, if you’re doing this at home and don’t have the facilities to remove your brakes and do them ‘properly’, then we just recommend that you be as thorough as possible when it comes to cleaning and preparing the brakes. If you are spraying the product while on the car, we highly advise bagging the vehicle and thoroughly masking the disc, pads and arches.
Another popular paint for brake calipers is the MOTIP spray, which the brand claim provides a professional grade finish. It’s available in a choice of red, yellow or blue and each tin contains 400 ml of paint, which is more than suitable for multiple coats upon two brake calipers. We have matched this colour from brand new calipers a client sent in for a colour change, the colour match is spot on. This is professional two part polymer brake caliper paint. You will have enough to paint 4 large brakes. We paint brakes for hundreds of customers from around the world who own AP Racing Mountune calipers and it is the same paint we use in our workshop for them. Instructions can be found in the box when you receive your paint kit. Contents of Kit This is an important step — the more time you spend preparing the calipers, the better and neater the finish will be. Firstly, take off the front retainer clip and then cover the bleeder valve using masking tape to protect it. Ensure the valve is completely covered. Overlapping the layers of masking tape may help to prevent paint from leaking into the joins. Then, cover the brake hose fittings with tape too. Below is a list of the best paint for brake calipers that can withstand high temperatures, chemicals, oils, brake dust and weathering for a long lasting finish. The Best Paint For Brake Calipers If you’ve never applied caliper paint, try using aerosolized paint first. It’s the easiest to apply and doesn’t require you to remove the caliper from the vehicle. Alternatively, you can also try brush-on kits for the same reason.Focus RS Nitrous Blue brake caliper paint kit has been colour matched to the badge on the Ford Focus RS (funnily enough), providing enough paint to cover 4 large brakes. We paint brakes for tens of thousands of customers from around the world with this very paint. Instructions can be found in the box when you receive your paint kit. Contents of Kit Before painting your brake calipers, it’s crucial that you prepare them beforehand. This involves using plenty of brake cleaner and a wire brush to remove any tough dirt or areas of corrosion. You can then proceed to paint the calipers and apply multiple coats for a more durable finish. It also important to allow the caliper plenty of time to fully dry out after painting before driving the car. Most brands recommend a few hours but we’d advise that you leave them overnight for peace of mind. spray the caliper once again with CRC Brakleen Brake Parts Cleaner and let the calipers completely dry. By far the most popular brake caliper paint kit in the UK is by the Foliatec brand and they offer a choice of 20 different paint colours. It’s designed to be brushed onto the caliper using the provided paint brush and there is no need to dismantle any parts, which is very desirable for many people.
To rate the brake caliper paints within this article, we based our recommendations upon testing multiple paints, plenty of research and a number of factors. Some of the factors that we considered included the choice of colours, finish, drying time, resistance to heat and chemicals, coverage, ease of application and value for money. Brake Caliper Paint Comparison Brake Caliper Paint Little mechanical knowledge required.Beyond knowing how to remove your wheels and tires, all it takes to paint your calipers is a bit of tape, plastic, and time. Even if you do need to remove the calipers to cover the entire surface, you can easily reinstall them later. It’s a complete kit that comes with a brake cleaner and wire brush for cleaning the caliper before painting. Also included is a paint hardener, which easily mixes with the paint for a hard and shiny finish. A personal touch. Expressing your style with caliper paint is easy. There are a wide variety of colors to choose from and designs to display. In fact, you can even paint each caliper a different color. The calipers can accent your wheels and truly make your paint job pop. The possibilities are endless. Disclaimer: This DIY does require you to lift your car so please use proper tools and follow all safety procedures if you choose to attempt. This guide is for your reference only. We are not liable for any damages or injuries that result from this guide.A. Yes. But don’t use anything more coarse than 1200 grit wet and dry and be careful on edges, if machine polishing with a handheld polisher, you should mask sharp/hard edges. Overall, the E-Tech EBCP is an excellent all-round paint for brake calipers and also one of the easiest to apply. It leaves a high quality and long lasting finish to the calipers and the complete kit is suitable for all four calipers. As well as testing a range of brake caliper paints, we also based our recommendations upon hours of research and multiple factors. The factors that we considered included the choice of colours, finish, drying time, resistance to heat and chemicals, coverage, ease of application and value for money. Conclusion A. Yes, but you must use standard thinners only and we don’t recommend using thinners if you are brushing the product. In our pro kits, we supply enough thinners for our heat resistant base coat. But if you’re spraying our brake caliper paint from a spray gun, just add ‘to taste’ so to speak so you are happy with how it’s coming out the nozzle. Use a minimum 1.2mm nozzle and an absolute max of 1.8mm, but you’ll need to turn your feed down. When using aerosolized caliper paint, make sure to work in a well-ventilated area. Even dipping cans and brush-on kits can be harmful if inhaled for too long. You should also use gloves as you paint to avoid transferring any pigment and harmful chemicals on to your skin.
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