re-painting calipers

Averdi · 07-13-2016, 11:51 AM

I know this has probably been answered but i have searched and searched and never found an answer. I bought the car with the calipers already painted red, I'm wondering if i were to re-paint them yellow, what are the steps? do i have to remove the old paint or can i just clean them up and paint over them? Thank you.

NoSlow5oh · 07-13-2016, 12:15 PM

Generally, it's best practice to remove the existing paint before applying a new coat. If you can't remove the existing, make sure you sand down any imperfections that will show after the new coat is applied. Also, clean the paint very, very well before applying and make sure it has dried completely before driving.

Averdi · 07-13-2016, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by NoSlow5oh

Generally, it's best practice to remove the existing paint before applying a new coat. If you can't remove the existing, make sure you sand down any imperfections that will show after the new coat is applied. Also, clean the paint very, very well before applying and make sure it has dried completely before driving.

What's the best method to remove the paint

Ozzie335i · 07-13-2016, 12:52 PM

Don't ask me what color to chose, but do go with G2.

NoSlow5oh · 07-13-2016, 12:59 PM

I used a Lisle 14180 wire brush this weekend to clean my rear calipers and it took me 5 min. each side to have them looking brand new. They aren't painted, but 50K miles and never cleaned. You may want to find something heavy duty like this one, otherwise you'll be buying a few of them to get the job done.

Averdi · 07-13-2016, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by NoSlow5oh

I used a Lisle 14180 wire brush this weekend to clean my rear calipers and it took me 5 min. each side to have them looking brand new. They aren't painted, but 50K miles and never cleaned. You may want to find something heavy duty like this one, otherwise you'll be buying a few of them to get the job done.

Do you think it will rip the paint out? I'm thinking yellow

NoSlow5oh · 07-13-2016, 01:16 PM

I would start with the brush, and if it's not working as fast as you want it, you could go to an Automotive Paint shop and buy some "Aircraft Paint Remover". I've used that to take off the powder coating from some ProCharger intercooler pipes, and it worked wonders. It will absolutely remove any paint it touches using a chemical process, so be very careful if you do try it.

Wilt · 07-13-2016, 02:20 PM

With a history of brake dust gripes on the German cars (not just BMW), I gotta wonder about painting calipers yellow...I hope you have in mind changing pad formulation for less visible dust!

Volasko · 07-13-2016, 02:26 PM

I know it sounds like a lot of work but I would pull the calipers off completely and get them sandblasted. Best way to ensure a clean paint free surface.

mjn77 · 07-13-2016, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Volasko

I know it sounds like a lot of work but I would pull the calipers off completely and get them sandblasted. Best way to ensure a clean paint free surface.

As this man says

LMB335IS · 07-13-2016, 03:06 PM

Once you get them cleaned up to your satisfaction do this. http://www.g2usa.com/
That blue BMW looks awfully familiar. I should be getting royalties dammit.

SHEEDI · 07-13-2016, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Averdi

I know this has probably been answered but i have searched and searched and never found an answer. I bought the car with the calipers already painted red, I'm wondering if i were to re-paint them yellow, what are the steps? do i have to remove the old paint or can i just clean them up and paint over them? Thank you.

where are you in NJ?

Averdi · 07-13-2016, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by SHEEDI

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Originally Posted by Averdi

I know this has probably been answered but i have searched and searched and never found an answer. I bought the car with the calipers already painted red, I'm wondering if i were to re-paint them yellow, what are the steps? do i have to remove the old paint or can i just clean them up and paint over them? Thank you.

where are you in NJ?

Hamilton, by orinceton

randi41 · 07-19-2016, 04:31 AM

Paint stripper works great. You can also sand blast or sodablast them.

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NoSlow5oh First Lieutenant 56 Rep 318 Posts Drives: 08 e90 335i Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (2)	I used a Lisle 14180 wire brush this weekend to clean my rear calipers and it took me 5 min. each side to have them looking brand new. They aren't painted, but 50K miles and never cleaned. You may want to find something heavy duty like this one, otherwise you'll be buying a few of them to get the job done.
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NoSlow5oh First Lieutenant 56 Rep 318 Posts Drives: 08 e90 335i Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (2)	I would start with the brush, and if it's not working as fast as you want it, you could go to an Automotive Paint shop and buy some "Aircraft Paint Remover". I've used that to take off the powder coating from some ProCharger intercooler pipes, and it worked wonders. It will absolutely remove any paint it touches using a chemical process, so be very careful if you do try it.
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Wilt Major 228 Rep 1,045 Posts Drives: 2011 328i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: SF Bay area iTrader: (0)	With a history of brake dust gripes on the German cars (not just BMW), I gotta wonder about painting calipers yellow...I hope you have in mind changing pad formulation for less visible dust!
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