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Repainted Calipers flushed brake and clutch lines

Old Mar 7, 2021 | 06:12 AM
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Repainted Calipers flushed brake and clutch lines





I recently repainted my calipers from silver to Lime essence and flushed the brake and clutch system using Motive brake bleeder.


Which was a good think since a burst of air bubbles was released and improved “smooth” shifting from first to second when cold.



 
Old Mar 7, 2021 | 06:53 AM
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Did you paint them yourself?
 
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No, I removed them and had the paint shop do it. / Tri-coat paint, base, pearl and clear. $350.00
 
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No, I removed them and had the paint shop do it. / Tri-coat paint, base, pearl and clear. $350.00
That sounds quite reasonable. I'd like to do the same at some point. Just had the calipers ceramic coated; so once that wears down then it'll be time.
 
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Looks great, nice change. On a different note, how are you supporting the car in the air (wheels off) while on your 4-post?
 
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I have a rolling jack on the lift, so I lift the rear first from the subframe and place jack stands at the rear jack points and than move the rolling jack to the front lift points.
 
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Did you drain the brake system or block the lines while the calipers were off?
 
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blocked with snug vacuum caps on brake lines flare. Do not allow fluid to go below min level in the fluid reservoir.
 
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