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kenforum 02-11-16 07:07 PM

Calipers painted!
 
Just painted the caliper red, very happy with the new look:D


https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...cfcc35c117.jpg


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...fd8be1c933.jpg


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...0847fe8970.jpg

hkbruin2 02-11-16 10:07 PM

Very nice! Was this a DIY? How hard is it to remove the calipers?

SoKali-RX 02-11-16 10:10 PM

I wish the calipers were bigger...

isfdude 02-11-16 10:25 PM

Looks good.

skiracer 02-11-16 10:28 PM

Good job! Look forward to you installing a big brake kit a few years down the road...

dchar 02-11-16 10:57 PM

Not a bad idea...but it emphasizes how small and boring the brakes look. It needs covers and you can install Lexus decals or F-sport logos on it.

Consider what this GS owner did to his rear calipers, which look similar to the RX brake calipers.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...er-covers.html

darkoozy 02-12-16 04:54 AM

I think it looks really cool. I take it the front calipers aren't big enough for the Lexus logo to put on? I am not a big fan of covers, as they tend to be too big and not subtle.

JT4 02-12-16 05:14 AM

Nice job..

aznkorboi 02-12-16 05:57 AM

zexy. I wish you made a tutorial for us!

dchar 02-12-16 08:41 AM


Originally Posted by darkoozy (Post 9363184)
I think it looks really cool. I take it the front calipers aren't big enough for the Lexus logo to put on? I am not a big fan of covers, as they tend to be too big and not subtle.

Well the "covers" that I suggested provides a flat surface big enough to put the Lexus logo on them. They are really more like plates to cover the holes...just a suggestion. I hate caliper covers that imitate BBK though...they look so fake.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4769a16db.jpeg



Btw OP, I like your valve stem caps. Nice subtle touch.

GSY 02-12-16 11:14 AM

Looks great! It should be a Lexus option.

darkoozy 02-12-16 11:36 AM

I just called my local Lexus dealer, and they said they would do it for $900. Paint the calipers and the Lexus logo. Nuts!

...and yes it looks great!

RXOwner 02-12-16 11:46 AM

I really think it draws attention to something not to brag about. The calipers are rather on the small side but each owner needs to do as they wish. I would not pay an one to do this when you could do it yourself.

GSY 02-12-16 12:31 PM

$900 - yikes!

Scott007 02-13-16 04:14 AM


Originally Posted by RXOwner (Post 9363650)
I really think it draws attention to something not to brag about. The calipers are rather on the small side but each owner needs to do as they wish. I would not pay an one to do this when you could do it yourself.

It reminds me of the kids in highschool that drove 4 cylinder ricers. They inverted the air cleaner cover because they were trying to imitate my 400 cubic in big block sound.

It looks sharp on a Porsche 911, On the RX it looks ridiculous and juvenile. Plus those calipers are teeny tiny like little baby's feet. Not something to bring attention to.


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