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Halfords Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml

Halfords Brake Caliper Paint gives your vehicle a sporty-dynamic appearance.
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Questions & Answers for Halfords Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml

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Red Caliper Paint - does it need a primer ?
asked 4 years ago
by
Dipity
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
3 answers
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answer 1
i didnt use a primer for mine. i just brushed them down heavily with a wire brush, then dry brushed the dust off, and simply applied the paint, and its worked a gem
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
by
Coops335
answer 2
I've done 2 cars with this caliper paint now - both without primer, and have had no problems.
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Top 10 Contributor
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
by
DrPhibes
answer 3
We recommend using primer to give best results for the Halfords Brake Caliper Paint
Staff Answer
answered 4 years ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Can you use, halfords high temperature engine enamel instead?
Would this do the same job, and not flake etc?
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
by
Anonymous
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
2 answers
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answer 1
dont see why not tip dont use brake paint on your down pipes it will smoke and burn off i used it on my exhaust not good lots of smoke and burned off
Age Group: 35 - 44
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Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
How many cars: 3
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Top 250 Contributor
answered 8 months ago
by
cartec
answer 2
No. The brake caliper will not get hot enough to fully cure the engine enamel.
Staff Answer
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
what kind of primer to use?
would this primer be suitable for this product?

Halfords Enamel Red Primer Spray 300ml
asked 2 years, 1 month ago
by
Anonymous
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
2 answers
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answer 1
As far as I am aware no primer is necessary. Just clean thoroughly removing loose rust.
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Top 50 Contributor
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
by
Dipity
 - Shropshire
answer 2
Primer is not required for this paint.
Staff Answer
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
by
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Question
My calipers are already painted can i put this pain over the one already on the caliper.
asked 11 months ago
by
brera
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
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answer 1
yes but give them a good sanding this will get all the old dust off and give it a key
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Top 250 Contributor
answered 8 months ago
by
cartec
answer 2
It really depends on the type of paint already on the caliper and when it was applied.  If it is OEM it should be fine.  If it’s a paint that you’ve previously applied yourself check compatibility on a small area first.  If it hasn’t wrinkled within a couple of hours of application it will be fine.
Staff Answer
answered 11 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
can i prime callipers with 1k etch primer and can i clear coat with 2k clear after applying stickers to the callipers/Can i also spray this paint .
The callipers are Brembos which had a thick coating of paint and lacquer as original.I would like to spray it on what thinners can you use and do you sell any .thanx
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How many cars: 2
asked 11 months ago
by
ferret1130
 - cambs
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
2 answers
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answer 1
i'd just use the paint out of the tin use a brush 3 coats should do it has a nice gloss finish
i have herd you can lacguer it but never try'd it
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Top 250 Contributor
answered 8 months ago
by
cartec
answer 2
We do not supply Halfords with a 1k etch primer so I am unable to comment on this. It would depend on the base resin used in it. The Halfords caliper paint can be used without a primer though. Likewise with the 2K clear without knowing composition I am unable to give a definitive answer. I would suggest spraying on a piece of scrap metal first and testing compatibility. If it doesn't wrinkle it will be fine.
Staff Answer
answered 11 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
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Does it have to be brake caliper paint?
Will only brake caliper paint work or will hammerite be the same (Cat code: 306423-0)
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asked 8 months ago
by
Tazmad8
on Halfords Brake Caliper Paint Red 250ml
2 answers
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answer 1
i'd use caliper paint due to the heat from the brakes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
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Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
How many cars: 3
Top 250 Contributor
Top 250 Contributor
answered 8 months ago
by
cartec
answer 2
The Halfords Brake Caliper paint is specifically made for brake calipers and has a maximum working temperature of around 80 degC.
Staff Answer
answered 8 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
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