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Old 02-06-11, 12:58 PM
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Default Calipers Painted and Rotors Installed

Thanks for everyones input on what I should do and all of your opinions.

I went for the black calipers and put on some white decals. The pictures aren't that great, but its just a little teaser I'll post more pics later with the LED swap.






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nice! I really like them. You did an outstanding job odor!
Old 02-06-11, 02:35 PM
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nice job. they look good.
Old 02-06-11, 03:00 PM
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Very nice! Good choice.
Old 02-06-11, 05:13 PM
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You done good!!!! Real Good, very nice.
Old 02-06-11, 06:20 PM
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looks great man! good idea on the rear brake calibers.
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Everything looks really great! Will the decals hold up to the elements and heat? Did you clear coat them after applying the decals?
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Thanks for all the compliments everyone! I really love the calipers.

Bon: Yes, it should hold up and I did have them clear coated, at least 2-3 layers worth with a drying period of maybe 15-20 mins between each spray.

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Old 02-06-11, 09:37 PM
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Came out great!
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Originally Posted by m3nv
Came out great!
Thanks buddy!
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What paint did you use?
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I used Duplicolor high temperature spray paint.
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Decals look GREAT! Where did you get them and what kind are they? I want that!!! I painted mine red and I think those would look so slick on the car.
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I purchased them from Xenonmods.com
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Gotta get some paint...


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