High Temperature High Gloss Self Leveling Brush On Red G2 Brake Caliper Paint System Kit

Wow, this paint is really awesome after all is said and done. I just finished painting, and am still letting it cure overnight.A couple of things to point out and add:-For me, this was an all day event (from 8:00am-9:00pm)-Paint Amount: Initially when opening the paint, I was hesitant with the amount of paint as it did look like there was not enough (others have stated something similar). However, after finishing, there was more than enough to cover all 4 of my calipers (3 solid coats and one touch-up coat) on a 2013 BRZ, AND I still had about 2 fl. oz. of the paint left over from the initial level.Prepping: I used brake cleaner and a power washer for the initial prepping. I soaked each caliper in brake cleaner, let it sit, and then sprayed it with the power washer to get everything off. If you are only going to use the brake cleaner, go get a metal wire brush to get all the dust and rust off. Prepping is an extremely important step for the longevity of the paint staying on, so make sure to prep accordingly.Paint Brushes: Before doing this project, I went to Home Depot to buy a 1/2" paint brush and an art store for a detail brush (see picture for more clarification). This was a must because the paint brush that they sent is absolute crap. I tried it to satisfy my own curiosity, and the bristles fell out and got all over my first caliper. The 1/2" brush really helped to get the bulk of it, and the detail brush.... detailed. **Do not skimp out! I suggest to do as I did and go get a pair of **really good** paint brushes.**My process for painting: I started on the first caliper, went to the second, third, fourth, and immediately returned to the first. By then, it was dry enough to put the second coat on. Between each caliper jump, I continued to stir the paint in the can with the stir stick they provided. I don't know if that helps, but it gives me a peace of mind in thinking that it does. After putting 4 coats on, I let it sit for a good 9 hours before applying 2 coats of VHT Clear coat, then let(ing) it cure for the night.It has only been an hour since i have finished, but the end result looks amazing. I cannot say on how well it holds up yet, but hopefully will update within a few months.Over-all, best $45.00 i have spent to make my car look more aesthetically pleasing. Highly recommend.UPDATE (11/18/2015): Paint still looks beautiful! Every month or so I spray down the calipers which makes them look brand new. I finally was able to post up some pictures of the car as well. Enjoy!

It took me a few months of reading and watching videos on how to paint my calipers and brake drums on my 2009 Nissan Sentra before I seriously decided to do it. Through my hours of research, the G2 Brake Caliper Paint System Kit kept on showing up and I did even more research. In the end, as you can see, I ending up buying this paint system and I cannot be any happier!This is what I got in my paint system kit:1 (14 oz.) aerosol can G2 BRAKE Cleaner Spray,1 (4 oz.) metal can Brake Caliper Paint,1 (.5 oz.) glass jar PaintSystem Reactor,1 stir stick,1 application brush,1 color decal,1 Instruction pamphlet,1 Helpful hints sheet.There are a couple of EXTREMELY important things you have to keep in mind while using this paint kit:1. The date on the bottom of the box is a born on date, it is not an expiration date. The G2 Brake Caliper Paint kit has a shelf life of about 18 months which means the kit is usable up to 18 months from the date marked on the box.2. The can is only 1/3 full because they wanted a larger can so that there is no spilling after adding the reactor and while painting. It is enough for 2 drum brakes, or 4 calipers.3. You only have 4-6 hours to paint the brakes and calipers so it is extremely important to PREP ahead of time!!!!Time: 3+ hours of prep work, 5-6 hours of painting work.My experience:Go to your local hardware store and buy one 1/2 inch good quality paint brush and a set of small artist paint brushes (should come in a packet=$1 to $4). The brush that comes with it is not that good. The hairs of the brush fall out easily.I prepped my car for a couple of hours before actually painting after work Friday (finished by Sunday morning). Painted all night following the directions. The weather was a little cold at night (60s F) so I was extremely happy to find that I could do touch up work in the morning. The paint hardens after 4-6 hours, but the temperature kept it liquid enough to touch up areas I missed the night before. I did about 4-5 coats on my 2 front calipers with paint still left over. I had enough to paint the metal rod connecting my wheel to the car (originally black paint but rusted away) on both sides. I let the paint cure for 3 days before putting my tires back on (they only say 2 hours before putting wheels back on and 24 hours before driving).They look amazing!!!!!!!

Got this for my sons new car and debated on getting the spray or the brush on and rolled the dice on this kit. Comes with about a 1/8th of a pint of paint and some activator, brake dust cleaner and a small brush. Brake dust cleaner is about 4 bucks and the brush is worth maybe 2 bucks tops so you are paying about 48 bucks for a 1/8th of a pint of paint and some activator. BUT.....it works and its all in one kit so there is that. Clean up your calipers good with the cleaner and a wire brush, activate the paint and start brushing it on. You will have enough paint to do 3 heavy coats on all calipers...dont worry....I even had some left over. It will harden about 5 to 6 hours so after you add the activator, get to it and get it done. It does a good job of self leveling and filling in the roughness of the caliper itself. Really cleans them up and a nice sporty look to the car. Im sure if I looked hard enough I could find the paint and activator cheaper and buy my own break dust cleaner and brush...but it is what it is....if you are looking for a quick way to clean up your calipers and dont mind the cost.....this kit is great.