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      12-04-2013, 02:11 PM   #1
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brake calipers

anyone have any suggestions as to how to go about changing the color of the calipers? a couple people have recommended plasti dip, i have no experience with plasti dip, but the melting point is listed at 312 Fahrenheit...
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      12-04-2013, 03:41 PM   #2
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powder coating

I did mine see the picture...
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      12-04-2013, 03:50 PM   #3
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no issues with heat etc?
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how much did that run you if you don't mind me asking
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It wasnt that much since I actually took the breaks apart my self and installed them myself also. I can give you his informations and you can reach out to him if you like he is located in PA.

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Did you need to replace anything when you took them off? Rubber boots, seals, etc?

Any pic with your wheels on?
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      12-05-2013, 02:08 PM   #8
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Did you need to replace anything when you took them off? Rubber boots, seals, etc?

Any pic with your wheels on?
Here are a few pictures I have...iPhone pictures.
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