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Old Apr 11, 2006 | 02:04 AM
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Paintshop in Southern California (to powder coat calipers)

Hey Guys,

Could any of you guys recommend a good paint shop in Southern California? I'd like to powder coat my calipers. I'm looking for a place that emphasizes on quality with a reasonable price. I think the going price to powder coat the brakes are about $600. Have any of you guys had it done for less? Thanks a lot!

Ohh and are there any reasons why I shouldn't paint it? Does it ever peal offer with time? Any maintenance issues? Thanks agian.
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Old Apr 11, 2006 | 11:55 AM
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IMO you would be better of using a high temp paint. You will need to completely disassemble the caliper to powdercoat it.
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Old Apr 11, 2006 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by xaveon
Hey Guys,

Could any of you guys recommend a good paint shop in Southern California? I'd like to powder coat my calipers. I'm looking for a place that emphasizes on quality with a reasonable price. I think the going price to powder coat the brakes are about $600. Have any of you guys had it done for less? Thanks a lot! Oh and are there any reasons why I shouldn't paint it? Does it ever peal offer with time? Any maintenance issues? Thanks agian.
Let me guess - RED?! If you find a place let me know!

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Old Apr 11, 2006 | 02:49 PM
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Hahahaha, I had a feeling that you would be interested too Ian.
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 05:10 AM
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Have you guys heard of Fast Forward Wheels in Southern California? Here is their website: http://www.fastforwardwheels.com/index.html

Do you guys know anyone good to do wheel repair? Thanks.
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 06:47 PM
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All four of my Brabus Monoblock VI's could use to straightening... so again... let me know what you find out!

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