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Old 03-06-11, 10:33 AM
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I still can't tell which sticker is on backwards lol. Anyway, it looks really good. I'm looking to use the same color for my SGM. It almost looks F-sport blue.
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I always wanted blue (secretly), this looks really good! what about the rear brakes?
Old 03-06-11, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Rashoodz
I always wanted blue (secretly), this looks really good! what about the rear brakes?
I havent decided if I just wanna do them blue too since they are smaller. I think imma just do them gloss black when I get the rotors in
Old 03-06-11, 01:19 PM
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Funny I just did mine identically(aside from the upside down sticker) about a month ago. I also put several layers of a high-temp clear coat on after I applied the decals though. Wanted to protect the decals and give a nice shine to the whole calipers.



Old 03-07-11, 10:42 AM
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It looks good.
Old 03-10-11, 03:59 AM
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I am planning on doing mine in the near future, and was wondering where everyone is getting the Lexus logo sticker. Also, knowing how hot brake calipers get, no issues with the sticker getting too hot and discoloring? I have seen just painted calipers, and they look 100x better with the Lexus sticker.
Old 03-10-11, 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by santacruz
Funny I just did mine identically(aside from the upside down sticker) about a month ago. I also put several layers of a high-temp clear coat on after I applied the decals though. Wanted to protect the decals and give a nice shine to the whole calipers.



How long do these painted calipers usually last before the paint peels off?
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Originally Posted by intellis
How long do these painted calipers usually last before the paint peels off?
The g2 paint kit will not peel or chip off. There is a lifetime warranty on the kit if it chips. They'll refund you, who cares... Anyways it should last longer than the car itself. Lol
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cool, bc i like that glossy finish!!!!!!!!!!!
Old 03-10-11, 06:55 PM
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It should last with no issues as long as they are taken care of. I'm gonna be very careful to never hit them with the rims when mounting them because I think that may chip it...but the kit comes with enough paint to re-do it 10+ times and touch up would be super easy to do so even if I have to re-do it once a year I'm fine with that.
Old 03-17-11, 08:52 PM
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im'ma do the same thing.nice.
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The G2 Epoxy based paint is very resilient; however, be really careful when flushing your brake lines. Brake fluid will work its way through the paint. I ended up with a brake fluid drip on the back of my calipers and the next day, the G2 had bubbled up in a line where the fluid dripped. Luckily it was the backside and you can't see it. Also, your rims will chip it as well if you're not careful for sure.

Regarding the amount paint in the kit, there's enough for multiple uses if you mix small measured out quantities and mix it into a separate paint tray. Most of us probably won't be doing this step but it may be worthwhile if you want to touch up later. Mixing all of it at once will render the rest of the can useless after it cures.
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looks pretty sick, good work! btw where did u get the stickers and what is the name of the blue u used?

thx
Old 03-18-11, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by santacruz
Funny I just did mine identically(aside from the upside down sticker) about a month ago. I also put several layers of a high-temp clear coat on after I applied the decals though. Wanted to protect the decals and give a nice shine to the whole calipers.
does the clear coat come with the paint kit or did you buy this seperately??
Old 03-18-11, 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by MashinA
does the clear coat come with the paint kit or did you buy this seperately??
Wondering the same thing, where the clear coat come from?


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