Painting Calipers - any preferred brands of paints ?

[P1LAYA-ZN]

Good day gents,

So, I'm planning on finally painting my calipers this holiday and looking for some recommendations on a good paint that will last and not peel off or fade over time.
What are some of the better options available locally ?
I know the calipers need to be thoroughly cleaned before painting but is it advisable putting a primer, followed by a few coats of paint and finally a clear coat ?

Any tips or advice is appreciated.

Thanks...

[Jetta2]

Duplicolor caliper spray paint works well and lasts, if done correctly.
I used VHT High Heat primer, followed by Duplicolor yellow on my Caddy's calipers months ago and they still look 100%. And I drive plenty, and on all kinds of roads.
The paint has held up very nicely so far.

I was going to use some VHT clear, but when I got the stuff, they did not have stock.



Edited to add: on my bike, I used VHT red for the calipers and the paint is looking a bit sad after years of road riding and track days. When I repaint them in December, I will use the same method as the Caddy's calipers.

[NHB_R]

The most important is to clean them properly and remove any grease, oil dust residue....clean them with an oil degreaser.
And then any high heat paint will work...i never used a clear coat. But did apply about 4 coats of paint waiting for each layer to dry thoroughly before applying the next.

[Deranged_9n3]

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[P1LAYA-ZN]

Thanks guys.
Yup, preparation is key, that goes for painting of any substrate.
So, Duplicolour is a good brand ?
What is the going price for a can and how many are needed to cover 4 coats comfortably ?

[NHB_R]

Buy 2 cans colour and one clear. All high heat.
Any brand should be OK. Leave 30 min to 1 hour between coats to dry.


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