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Old Feb 19, 2005 | 04:27 PM
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is it hard to do? never done it before, but i want to. anyone done it on their own?
Old Feb 19, 2005 | 04:33 PM
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Yep! It was fairly easy. It just took some time to mask everything off because I used engine enamel spray. They turned out great with a nice smooth finish. I haven't had any problems with it other than trying to keep them clean.

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sweet! was it a pain taking the brakes off? ive never done it before.
Old Feb 19, 2005 | 05:35 PM
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peeps recommend getting the brush on application. I got mine on ebay for 15 bucks
I didn't have to take off my brakes, just mask it off with masking tape. It was my first time doing it and it looks great

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Old Feb 19, 2005 | 05:51 PM
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I hate seeing rear drum painted. To me it looks like a ricer
saying "hey look how cheap my breaks are"!

But I do like painting disc calipers. Like any painting, it's
not difficult when you prep correctly.
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