I've read all the forums on doing this, looks pretty easy and coolio, thanks everyone. I just wanted to get some responses from the "pros" at it.

Answer one question: Brush on, or Spray on (and Brands)?

Im not a car buff at all, just have access to a car lift, and need to jack it up anyway to replace a fog light, so shoot me some answers, and maybe a small explanation to your reasoning.

Thanks to all who help me out

 

I sprayed the calipers on my Aero and brushed painted the calipers on the SSB. Brush painting is easy and you can do it in the nice warm house. I think you also get thicker coating. But the spray I used was high temp engine paint, not caliper paint. They both came out looking VERY good. Spray painting was faster. Either method needs a few coats to cover well and look good. You can get the kits at most auto parts stores.... have fun!

 

I always keep the calipers on and brush paint 2 or 3 coats with engine paint. Dont forget to clean it good and put a base coat of bbq black down first, it REALLY helps it work. I did my xf 2 years ago and they still look good. Cleaning isnt a problem and they clean up nice. Occasionally a little touch up but no pealing or flaking.

BTW. Ive done this method since 1997 and the only time it went bad was when I didnt use bbq black as a primer

 

Green G.

I just wanted to let you know that I got the door pull covers you made for my SRT.

Thanks for dyeing the leather to have it match up. I just have to get access to a garage and some warmer weather to put them on. Maybe my pal Pat P will help me out. He is a great guy and lives near me.

Again I appreciate you doing this. There are some great members on this forum and I have picked up some great information as well as making some new friends.

Regards,
Jim (Jake80)

 

A LOT has been posted about this in the past. Try the search feature and you'll come up with all kinds of good information.

 

well i got em done when i replaced my foglight, they look pretty sweet, and when i was finished, i spilt the paint can, so hopefully this paint stays on, as i dont want to have to buy another can of it