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Hi All,
As per the title, my latest obsession has become getting some red calipers! I'm aware the rears are a little unappealing, especially when painted, but I'd like to do it regardless.
Looking to get some insight from anyone who's done it before - either DIY or paid to have it done.
Done a fair bit of research myself and it seems there's 101 different ways to do it. For me, I absolutely want something that's long lasting (heard reports of paint peeling after long periods/too much heat etc), and the finish has to look as good as the original painted brembos. I know Brembo have a very particular method for painting and I guess that's what I'm aiming to get close to - whether I pay someone or go DIY.
Anyone have any input on the process of baking the calipers once painted? If I went the DIY route, then this is not something I'd have access to really, but not sure what the benefit is. DIY has other challenges too, whether painting calipers in situ or removing completely.
I've asked my favorite local Ford dealership for a quote as I know this is something they've done for other customers, but I'm always wary of dealership capabilities when it comes to things like this. Generally speaking, I think cost wise, I'd be looking at £100 a corner? Admittedly not looked in to costs too much, been more so looking at the methods used. If I was going to get someone else to do it, I'd be looking to spend around £300-400 - based on what I know so far.
Anyway...I've rambled on.
Thanks in advance
As per the title, my latest obsession has become getting some red calipers! I'm aware the rears are a little unappealing, especially when painted, but I'd like to do it regardless.
Looking to get some insight from anyone who's done it before - either DIY or paid to have it done.
Done a fair bit of research myself and it seems there's 101 different ways to do it. For me, I absolutely want something that's long lasting (heard reports of paint peeling after long periods/too much heat etc), and the finish has to look as good as the original painted brembos. I know Brembo have a very particular method for painting and I guess that's what I'm aiming to get close to - whether I pay someone or go DIY.
Anyone have any input on the process of baking the calipers once painted? If I went the DIY route, then this is not something I'd have access to really, but not sure what the benefit is. DIY has other challenges too, whether painting calipers in situ or removing completely.
I've asked my favorite local Ford dealership for a quote as I know this is something they've done for other customers, but I'm always wary of dealership capabilities when it comes to things like this. Generally speaking, I think cost wise, I'd be looking at £100 a corner? Admittedly not looked in to costs too much, been more so looking at the methods used. If I was going to get someone else to do it, I'd be looking to spend around £300-400 - based on what I know so far.
Anyway...I've rambled on.
Thanks in advance
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