Brake Calipers...

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Pro5Banana

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Protege 5, Yellow, 5-Spd, ALL stock :(

• Jun 9, 2006

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Hey everyone, I'm new here

I just bought a yellow p5 5-spd, and I'm just looking to but some parts into it.

Now I wanted to put some red brake calipers in it but to be honest I have no clue where to look. I tried google, and All i get are the OEM type calipers. Just wondering where I can get these Yes I know im a newb, but we all have to start somewhere !

Thanks guys!

 

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chexmix78

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03 Protege5 traded on 11mar08, new ride iTouring Value 4dr Sedan

• Jun 9, 2006

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The cheapest way would be to just paint them. they sell a two part paint that's supposed to more durable. it's 50 bucks or so. some people do it with heat resisant paint. you might be better off paying the 50 bucks for the higher quality stuff

http://www.g2usa.com/

 

i12drivemyMP5

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-- 03 P5 / 23 CX-5 --

• Jun 9, 2006

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I think most of those are just painted unless they spent the money on some upgraded big brake kit that has 4 piston calipers.

 

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quagmire

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• Jun 9, 2006

• #4

Yeah, just paint them. It's to easy.

 

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Pro5Banana

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Protege 5, Yellow, 5-Spd, ALL stock :(

• Jun 9, 2006

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Alright thanks! Yeah I'm a cheapo so I'll go with th 50 dollar stuff

Any ideas on how to do it?

 

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Diehonda

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• Jun 9, 2006

• #6

I hate to say it but use the search and/or go to the how to section and there is a thread on it.

Welcome! These guys and gals will always point you int he right direction.

 

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Protege52003

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'08 Jetta; '10 Wrangler Unlimited

• Jun 9, 2006

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Pro5Banana said:

Alright thanks! Yeah I'm a cheapo so I'll go with th 50 dollar stuff

Any ideas on how to do it?

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http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123630986

i remove calipers from car, and spray paint them with engine enamal paint i buy from walmart or a car store for under $4.00 a can. i use breake cleaner to clean calipers and tape off rubber covers and pads. i usually do 2 or 3 coats.........

-R

 

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samm5149

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2002 Mazda Protege5, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee

• Jun 9, 2006

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i painted mine.....it came in a kit from dicount auto...like 10-15 more then enough paint in one kit to do 3 cars!

 

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2003newlyack

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03 Mazda PR5

• Jun 10, 2006

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yeah thats the same exact thing I got, and i just finished mine last night now its time to clean and seal the wheels

 

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altspace

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1990 RX-7 Turbo II

• Jun 10, 2006

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Are you new to car modifications? Hehe...welcome to the boards. Tons of info here.

 

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BadKarma

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• Jun 10, 2006

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I'd recommend brush-on paint, as there's no need to remove the calipers or worry about overspray if you leave them on. Brushing can be a bit more tedious though...

I used Tremclad Rust Paint. It can take the high temperatures, and cures to a nice glossy finish... Needs at least a few coats.

(thumb) As mentioned, there are How-To's on this that are very useful. Good luck, and enjoy the new car!