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eug
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whats the best and cheapest red paint to use?
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hammerite
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As said above.
There are all sorts of 'caliper paints' you can buy online but in essence its just as good as Hammerite

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how long do you have to let it dry before using the car again? cheers fellas
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30mins?
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30mins?


Before using the car? If you want the inside of your wheel to be red, yes.

I would apply around 3 coats, at 20-30 minute intervals depending on the weather, and the leave it at least 12 hours til you use it again.
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do ya just use wire wool to clean the drums and calipers or wet n dry?
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wire brush on drums and sandpaper on calipers then use brake cleaner to get ALL the shit and grime/dirt off,then paint in coats.
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yes this are drum based tuitorials but its the same principle!

http://www.corsasport.co.uk/board/viewthread.php?tid=316489

http://www.corsasport.co.uk/board/viewthread.php?tid=394525
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cheers fonz. il be going red as i have a black sxi with silver alloys
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not a problem!!
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by the way, does anyone know why ultimate street car isnt on at pod this year?
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your pic reminded me fonz lol
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quote:
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cheers fonz. il be going red as i have a black sxi with silver alloys


Red drums?

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Red drums?


going by the thread title i suspect calipers
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i had my done at my mates body shop it cost me £30

 
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