Hi all
Just a question, obviously for callipers hi temp paint is the best. But can you use normal paint with hi temp clear laquer??

 

i think you will have bonding issues with the base color if you do that. i have always had good luck with VHT paints

 

I used hi temp clear over hi temp aluminum (both 500 F) on my intakes. The clear turned patina (kinda yellow) after a few months. Wouldnt recommend it...

 

leave off the clear for sure.

 

Actually, this is a really interesting subject for me right now. I am in the middle of an intake refresh and I would like to paint the lettering on the intake manifold.

This is at least a moderately high-temperature environment. I was thinking on using POR-15 engine enamel. Actually not sure if the color will really match Guards Red...

Here is an interesting website with some high temperature paints including brake caliper paint:
http://www.tcpglobal.com/spraypaintd...ine-paint.aspx

Cheers, JP

 

POR15 is a great product. i used it many times on my hot rods. help up on my BB mopar valve covers, should do ok here... i would think...

 

I now only use the epoxy paint (I think from G5, or something like that). IF you prepare the base well - cleaning, sanding, etc. then brush on the epoxy, it lasts very well and does not change color. I've now had nearly 2 seasons of Drivers Ed programs on my '89 S4 front and rear calipers, and they are exposed to MUCH higher temps than the street/highway car. I painted them red, and the color is still just as bright and glossy after that amount of usage. LOTS of brake dust, of course, and they clean up beautifully.

Gary Knox

 

Thanks all for the replies!

Was just asking as ive got a red that i like, but its not high temp paint.

Geoff