Custom brake calipers

john · 10-07-2007, 05:37 AM

Anyone know where you can purchase custom painted calipers or a good do it yourself paint that will hold up?

Thanks in advace

Java Junky · 10-07-2007, 07:09 AM

I'm sure that there're folks that'll sell you custom painted calipers but chances are they ain't gonna be anything other than your standard Stewie calipers painted by them.
Any high-temp paint should do'ya john, but I've actually seen caliper-specific paints available for jus' what you wannadoo.
Aaaay, look where the female'a the species fingernails've gotten to, y'know?
Be well.
Java

kgf3076 · 10-07-2007, 07:44 AM

I found this in one easy Google search. Hi temp paint

gomarlins3 · 10-07-2007, 07:46 AM

I have used G2 paint over the years. You can find it on eBay.

Java Junky · 10-07-2007, 08:46 AM

Such a steady hand Go. 'Really nice letterin'.
Java

bobby2002S2K · 10-07-2007, 09:49 AM

stickers

s2000isu · 10-07-2007, 10:29 AM

ya they sell those stickers on ebay. I wonder how powdercoating them would work.

bobby2002S2K · 10-07-2007, 01:06 PM

Thats a good plan that was what i was thinking about. The only problem i ran in to was the rubber in the calipers. Didnt really know how that would hold up in the oven?

wasabiman · 10-07-2007, 01:17 PM

did you just put the stickers on top after painting, or did you put the stickers on, paint, then remove the stickers? very nice

gomarlins3 · 10-07-2007, 02:54 PM

The stickers go right over the paint.

desmo4 · 10-07-2007, 02:58 PM

Brakepros.com has paint and is also the AP importer.

Jonathan

s2k 4 me · 10-07-2007, 04:38 PM

S2000 Brake decals

http://www.jvdgraphics.com/prod-cs%20Honda2.htm

You can get the paint at any auto parts store

wasabiman · 10-07-2007, 05:26 PM

As far as ricer style goes, I dunno, in my opinion, that's big whale wings, underbody lights, and such. I like the way those stock calipers look with the paint and the stickers. I ordered the stickers, and am going with the black with silver stickers. I have drilled and slotted rotors (car came with them). I think it would look really clean with the black paint and silver stickers. thanks for the info.

Java Junky · 10-07-2007, 06:10 PM

You guys ain't seen nuttin'!
Check out some'a Gos older posts involvin' how-to pictures. These are book-quality pictures of really quality workmanship.
'Sorry Go, but it's true.
Be well.
Java

controller · 10-07-2007, 08:16 PM

VHT sells high temp paint too. I have a can of yellow from Autozone. Haven't had a chance to actually paint the calipers, but eventually.

Java Junky · 10-07-2007, 08:54 PM

Dunno. Yeah, maybe they do look kind'a Millenium Falconish in stock form, but once ya paint 'em . . . it's jus' 4 more, not-so-easy-ta-get-at items that got nooks n' crannies like a Thomas' English Muffin that're gonna be yammerin' to be cleaned.
But they do look neat.
Be well.
Java

DJJSR · 10-07-2007, 09:00 PM

Go - What's up with that rotor in your picture? It looks like it's painted or powdercoated, but I know it can't be. I've never seen that nice of a finish on a rotor before.

gomarlins3 · 10-07-2007, 09:05 PM

That's when they were brand new. This is what they look like now:

s2ook · 10-09-2007, 12:21 PM

I painted my calipers recently and the hardest part was grinding them down to remove the casting marks. It's a nice project to do but i'd schedule a weekend in case you have to apply several coats.

I also did the decals, installed stainless brake lines and new pads at the same time. I used Savage caliper paint which is available in the UK as an alternative to G2 which can be sourced over the pond.

Good luck.

wasabiman · 10-09-2007, 08:02 PM

HEY STOOK, I ORDERED THE STICKERS. WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO GRIND? DID YOU REMOVE YOUR CALIPERS TO PAINT? DID YOU NOTICE A DIFFERENCE WITH THE SS BRAKE LINES? ONE MORE QUESTION... DO YOU HAVE TO CHANGE FITTINGS WHEN INSTALLING NEW BRAKE LINES, OR DO THEY JUST SCREW UP TO THE STOCK LINES? SORRY ABOUT THE RAPID FIRE Qs... OKAY, THAT'S IT....

wysokowski · 10-18-2007, 08:27 PM

I just got a kit from autozone. Red brush on. Works great. Follow the directions all the way. Dupli-color caliper paint ceramic kit.
SKU is 2691640000. Part #BCP400 Red Capilper Kit. Go to www.duplicolor.com

s2ook · 10-21-2007, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wasabiman

HEY STOOK, I ORDERED THE STICKERS. WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO GRIND? DID YOU REMOVE YOUR CALIPERS TO PAINT? DID YOU NOTICE A DIFFERENCE WITH THE SS BRAKE LINES? ONE MORE QUESTION... DO YOU HAVE TO CHANGE FITTINGS WHEN INSTALLING NEW BRAKE LINES, OR DO THEY JUST SCREW UP TO THE STOCK LINES? SORRY ABOUT THE RAPID FIRE Qs... OKAY, THAT'S IT....

Please don't shout I have a really bad hangover already today

.

I ground out the casting marks for a smooth finish. It's not 100% necessary but it does improve the finish substantially IMO.

The brake lines will only really make a difference under heavy braking and will help with feel/modulation. It's not something that will have an immediate impact and make a profound difference, at least not in my case. However, since I changed the pads at the same time and was breaking them in, the 'feel' was lacking anyway. The lines are very good quality and will not perish so I would recommend them. I am yet to install my Cusco brake master cylinder brace because the wrong one was initially sent, however, this should compound the effects of the SS brake lines.

As for retaining the stock mountings and fittings for the lines, I bought a set of Goodridge brake lines which are direct replacements. I would, however, guess that compatibility depends somewhat on which kit you choose.

10-07-2007, 05:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
john Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 85	Custom brake calipers Anyone know where you can purchase custom painted calipers or a good do it yourself paint that will hold up? Thanks in advace

10-07-2007, 07:09 AM	#2 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	I'm sure that there're folks that'll sell you custom painted calipers but chances are they ain't gonna be anything other than your standard Stewie calipers painted by them. Any high-temp paint should do'ya john, but I've actually seen caliper-specific paints available for jus' what you wannadoo. Aaaay, look where the female'a the species fingernails've gotten to, y'know? Be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

10-07-2007, 07:46 AM	#4 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,808	I have used G2 paint over the years. You can find it on eBay. __________________ Yablownowitz Racing brought to you by Anytime Fitness. Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

10-07-2007, 08:46 AM	#5 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	Such a steady hand Go. 'Really nice letterin'. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

10-07-2007, 09:49 AM	#6 (permalink)
bobby2002S2K Wisdom begins in wonder. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lorton,VA Posts: 526	stickers __________________ I still cant get my foot off the floor and its been over a 2yrs now

10-07-2007, 07:44 AM	#3 (permalink)
kgf3076 Grumpy old(er) phart Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Here today, gone tomorrow... Posts: 1,308	I found this in one easy Google search. Hi temp paint

10-07-2007, 10:29 AM	#7 (permalink)
s2000isu Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: pa Posts: 1,178	ya they sell those stickers on ebay. I wonder how powdercoating them would work. __________________ S2kx2: "paint it pink! Or better yet buy a Miata" 2001 Vortech SC 12.8 at 111 miles per hour

10-07-2007, 01:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
bobby2002S2K Wisdom begins in wonder. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lorton,VA Posts: 526	Thats a good plan that was what i was thinking about. The only problem i ran in to was the rubber in the calipers. Didnt really know how that would hold up in the oven? __________________ I still cant get my foot off the floor and its been over a 2yrs now

10-07-2007, 01:17 PM	#9 (permalink)
wasabiman Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SAN DIEGO, SOUTHBAY Posts: 95	did you just put the stickers on top after painting, or did you put the stickers on, paint, then remove the stickers? very nice

10-07-2007, 02:54 PM	#10 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,808	The stickers go right over the paint. __________________ Yablownowitz Racing brought to you by Anytime Fitness. Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

10-07-2007, 02:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
desmo4 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 543	Brakepros.com has paint and is also the AP importer. Jonathan __________________ MY 2000 Mugen Air box, Headers, Exhaust, ECU, Pressure Plate,LSD, Radiator cap NZ Dampers, Thermo SW and Thermostat. Sampco intake pipe and radiator hoses, Swift sway bars, Stillen rotors w/ M-tech extreme pads. BBS JDM Forged Wheels.w/ Potensa Re=01R's Nextgear Intake manifold gasket, SPA gauges, Alpine IDA-X001,KCE-300Bt BT Adapter, Focal 165 K2P speakers, Phoenix Gold ZX475Ti, Recaro Profi SPG w/Sparco 6 pt

10-07-2007, 04:38 PM	#12 (permalink)
s2k 4 me Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 322	S2000 Brake decals http://www.jvdgraphics.com/prod-cs%20Honda2.htm You can get the paint at any auto parts store

10-07-2007, 05:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
wasabiman Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SAN DIEGO, SOUTHBAY Posts: 95	As far as ricer style goes, I dunno, in my opinion, that's big whale wings, underbody lights, and such. I like the way those stock calipers look with the paint and the stickers. I ordered the stickers, and am going with the black with silver stickers. I have drilled and slotted rotors (car came with them). I think it would look really clean with the black paint and silver stickers. thanks for the info.

10-07-2007, 06:10 PM	#14 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	You guys ain't seen nuttin'! Check out some'a Gos older posts involvin' how-to pictures. These are book-quality pictures of *really* quality workmanship. 'Sorry Go, but it's true. Be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

10-07-2007, 08:16 PM	#15 (permalink)
controller Yellow is the fastest. Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 267	VHT sells high temp paint too. I have a can of yellow from Autozone. Haven't had a chance to actually paint the calipers, but eventually.

10-07-2007, 08:54 PM	#16 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	Dunno. Yeah, maybe they do look kind'a Millenium Falconish in stock form, but once ya paint 'em . . . it's jus' 4 more, not-so-easy-ta-get-at items that got nooks n' crannies like a Thomas' English Muffin that're gonna be yammerin' to be cleaned. But they do look neat. Be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

10-07-2007, 09:00 PM	#17 (permalink)
DJJSR Philosopher Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hooterville Posts: 1,749	Go - What's up with that rotor in your picture? It looks like it's painted or powdercoated, but I know it can't be. I've never seen that nice of a finish on a rotor before. __________________ Don

10-07-2007, 09:05 PM	#18 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,808	That's when they were brand new. This is what they look like now: __________________ Yablownowitz Racing brought to you by Anytime Fitness. Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

10-09-2007, 12:21 PM	#19 (permalink)
s2ook Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sunny north Posts: 130	I painted my calipers recently and the hardest part was grinding them down to remove the casting marks. It's a nice project to do but i'd schedule a weekend in case you have to apply several coats. I also did the decals, installed stainless brake lines and new pads at the same time. I used Savage caliper paint which is available in the UK as an alternative to G2 which can be sourced over the pond. Good luck. __________________ Mods so far Audio: Alpine 9857R; Alpine SWD-1600 underseat sub; Modifry DCI; Boston Acoustics RC620; Genesis Profile Two Performance: AEM V2; Buddy club P1 Racing QF 13.42lbs front 14.41lbs rear; Toyo Proxes T1R 215-45-R17 Fr 255-40-R17 Rr; EBC Redstuff Fr/Rr; Goodridge stainless steel braided brake line kit (red); Cusco BMC brace; Krank Vents Styling: Painted calipers; S2000 decals Fluids: Amsoil 10W-30; Amsoil MTF; Almasol 607; ATE Super Blue brake fluid Silverstone, The fastest S by far

10-09-2007, 08:02 PM	#20 (permalink)
wasabiman Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SAN DIEGO, SOUTHBAY Posts: 95	HEY STOOK, I ORDERED THE STICKERS. WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO GRIND? DID YOU REMOVE YOUR CALIPERS TO PAINT? DID YOU NOTICE A DIFFERENCE WITH THE SS BRAKE LINES? ONE MORE QUESTION... DO YOU HAVE TO CHANGE FITTINGS WHEN INSTALLING NEW BRAKE LINES, OR DO THEY JUST SCREW UP TO THE STOCK LINES? SORRY ABOUT THE RAPID FIRE Qs... OKAY, THAT'S IT....

10-18-2007, 08:27 PM	#21 (permalink)
wysokowski Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4	I just got a kit from autozone. Red brush on. Works great. Follow the directions all the way. Dupli-color caliper paint ceramic kit. SKU is 2691640000. Part #BCP400 Red Capilper Kit. Go to www.duplicolor.com

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