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powdercoating my calipers red. my buddy has a lift/shop so labor is free.

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Old Jan 22, 2007 | 03:17 PM
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Default powdercoating my calipers red. my buddy has a lift/shop so labor is free.

what are the best kits or materials to use, as well as directions to powdercoat the calipers?? thanks.
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Old Jan 23, 2007 | 05:03 AM
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Default i would go with a shop who specializes in powdercoating...

its really not that expensive and definately not worth the possible frustration from being a guinea pig.

I got mine done about a month ago, body shop i get all my work done sent it out to get done and im damn happy they did, those guys did a grea job!

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Old Jan 23, 2007 | 06:25 AM
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Default well if my memory is right...you can pay for mine since you got so lucky with your pricing...

how much do you think it would cost me at a shop??
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Old Jan 23, 2007 | 07:17 AM
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Default haha touche!

well a number of people had told me that the original price of $680 that i was quoted was high. I figured shipping costs (overnight both ways) were a factor in the total cost.

If I had to estimate i would say around 350-450. I could be totally off base but thats what I would guess. Best bet is to make some phone calls and get estimates. Might be a good idea to post in the regional forums and ask for reputable local shops.
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