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Old 02-28-2010 | 08:52 AM
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G2 Caliper paint seems to be too glossy. Any other options?

From the photos I've seen, the G2 caliper paint (in black) seems to be too glossy for my taste. However, I like the fact that its a 2 part paint, epoxy style. Are there any other descent (2-part) paints outhere, which are less glossy? (I prefer satin looks, not completely matte)

Old 02-28-2010 | 10:29 AM
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You can use Autozone Engine Paint in a Can. 500 degree +... I bought Black for my calipers. 2 coats of black, and 2 coats of Clearcoat.
Old 02-28-2010 | 10:32 AM
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Originally Posted by ZumnRx8
You can use Autozone Engine Paint in a Can. 500 degree +... I bought Black for my calipers. 2 coats of black, and 2 coats of Clearcoat.
Thanks for the info.

Does anyone have any photos of black, non-glossy, painted calipers?
Old 02-28-2010 | 10:52 AM
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^i do
Old 02-28-2010 | 10:58 AM
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Old 02-28-2010 | 11:01 AM
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Why did you just make 5 threads all about painting something...Could have just made one thread...
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i used the g2 epoxy, and it was great! it was a pain in the *** to clean them tough but worth the effort after i saw the results!!
Old 02-28-2010 | 11:13 AM
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Thanks ZumN!! Excellent photos and excellent work.

In the above pictures, are the 2 coats of clearcoat (that you mentioned before) applied?
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^yes
Old 02-28-2010 | 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by TopGear8
Why did you just make 5 threads all about painting something...Could have just made one thread...
Each thread contains 3-5 sub questions. One thread would be a mess.
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