Callipers were old and tatty came up like new when done.

Blue scoob read your project thread great stuff ive got one to in members gallery something for the weekend !

lovely colour by the way !

 

don't even think about starting this people unless you have alot of patience I've just started by brembos tonight and been sanding for approx 3 hours and about 1/2 way through one caliper but sure it will be worth it in the end

 

It is a nightmare mate........

I got a re-manufactured pair through a local specialist and they only came with an electro applied anti-rust treatment. I had to fill and sand, then start with hi-build primer. It has taken hours.

Have you tried a paint remover, or are you sanding to make smooth only? I'd recommend the primer I used as it definitely helps with the more minor blemishes. It's available in Halfrauds and is called U-Pol High-Build

I'm starting the colour coats tomorrow which will no doubt be fun

 

thought about paint remover but think it will probably balance itself out once ive had to prime it and then would still need a light sand anyway but may have to if my fingers die first lol will get some pics up when there done

 

I spent about 15 mins sanding my subaru 4 pots and they came up a treat...

 

Sand blastings them is the best option if there's a local company take them in to get them done should only cost a few quid !

 

You can get stickers from ebay, thats what i did. As the "subaru" sign is standing proud on the surface it is easy to apply the stickers. Ive had mine on for 1 year ow and still good ans new

 

Any pics?

 

Hello all

I've finished as i had a day off and it's finally warmed up a little. And the misses helped me out with the fine details.

I'm chuffed to bits with the results.

Now moving on to the next project which is trying to fill the top glove box so i can hide 3 x 60mm gauges inside. The idea is i remove the bracket from the lid, feel with mdf and then velcro the lid back on so i can choose whether to display or not.

If any one has any suggestions i'd be grateful.

Here's some pics of the finished job

 

Very good

 

That looks spot on. Tell you misses that she has done a very good job, she must have very steady hands as mine was not easy and took quite a few attempts.

 

Cheers mate, i think she's now half tempted to start offering her serivices

She's determined to paint something else now, just need to decide which part to take off and let her do her magic. Any idea?

 

They look top notch

 

Im afraid not. If I think of anything Ill let you know.

 

Markfey,
What paint did you use ? Hammerite Smooth or something different ? Spray or brush ?
Cheers

 

I mean paint you used to paint calipers red.

 

I used hammerite smooth with a brush.

The callipers took four coats in total. Painted, let dry for an hour, 3 times. Then an over night dry and a final coat.

I bought a set of artist brushes off ebay to do the subaru sign, again hammerite smooth.

Most people have been saying that you'll get a better finish with the spray on the callipers but i'm more than happy with my results.

 

I also sanded down and painted the radiator cover using hammerite smooth. It looks awful, i think i prefered the rusty look Don't know if this will help your decision.

 

I've just painted my Brembo's on my Range Rover

Started by de-greasing and wire brushing them




Then used Halfords Caliper Paint (brushed 2 coats on)



Then applied heat resistant Brembo decals from fleabay



All done Total cost £15 inc brushes, thinners & paint

 

Good job mark, the white writing finishes them off nicely

 

Thanks bob, the pads and hoses i got from you are all installed and are doing a great job so far. I've only done 60 miles with them but they feel great.

I'm going to do a few more miles yet till i try and give them a propper test.