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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 05:38 PM
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I just got a used set of big reds for my trackcar but its more like a big-well-weathered-red than most of the nice ones you see on here. It doesn't need a rebuild but I would like it to look as red and shiney as possible. I am still new on RL and was wondering if there is a specific go-to person to make my big reds new again?
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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Do it yourself. Search here for caliper painting, been well discussed. Duplicolor puts out an inexpensive kit for the DIY'er and it turns out quite nice if done right. Holds up to track abuse too
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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You can do it yourself with a can of caliper paint. But for a track car why bother? I'd just change the piston seals and be done with it. Best of luck!
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 05:58 PM
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well, i like my trackcar looking nice too
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