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Old 10-11-07, 02:17 AM
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Default How to clean the rotors

So, my rotors are pretty much rusted up from all the rain in vancouver.

I was just wondering, which product should i use to clean (prevent) off the rust from the rotors.

Also my caliber are rusted up too, and i'm thinking of painting them black. Any paint suggestions?

And if someone can link me to any diy on how to take off the rotors will be great.

thanks in advance =)
Old 10-11-07, 06:37 AM
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wire brush?
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swap it and get the ones that doesnt rust up! perfect excuse for upgrade
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oor.. u can search for one of the topics a a month or so back..

the owner sanded down the rust and sprayed the whole rotor with some type of paint that is rust proof i guess..

n after u use the brakes the pads will eat up all the un-needed paint
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the search doesnt work that great. i try putting key words on it, but shows a list of different topics.
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i dont know about paintin it tho, wouldnt it come off under heavy braking?
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Brake Cleaner and some rags should do it.
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Originally Posted by 1SicLex
i dont know about paintin it tho, wouldnt it come off under heavy braking?
i think u gotta use like high temp.
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