Calling all Velocity Reds
07-03-2007, 09:12 AM
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07-04-2007, 09:23 AM
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I notice people using Red on their calipers. I am worried that it will clash with the Velocity Red. It's hard to tell in the pictures. Anyone have a close up with the calipers and the side of the car? What paint company has the closest matching red?
07-04-2007, 10:19 AM
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07-04-2007, 10:58 AM
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i had a nice shot somewhere but it will take forever to find. i used VHT (?) caliper paint and it came out nice....it is starting to flake now after 1.5 years i guess i could do it again but powder coating is the way to go.
07-04-2007, 11:05 AM
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I just purchased a Stoptech brake kit. I opted to go with the Black calipers. I think if I was painting the stock calipers I would also have gone with black.
07-04-2007, 11:15 AM
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I used a custom blend of OEM VR paint and Rustoleum rust prevention. Also, I only painted the inner piece of the caliper while the outer part is black. First I painted it all black for a base coat. My rotor hats, fins, and brake shields are painted black as well.
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07-05-2007, 10:03 PM
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I've been checking out this site for months but never posted. My 2005 VR 8 6 speed is completely stock except for the tint. I have the "mod. bug" but afraid that once I start I won't stop. I'm thinking about starting with simple exterior enhancements as therapy. Any suggetions?
A couple pics on a cloudy day....
BYW, this is a great place to learn from others, some great ideas out there.
A couple pics on a cloudy day....
BYW, this is a great place to learn from others, some great ideas out there.
07-06-2007, 07:45 AM
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I've been checking out this site for months but never posted. My 2005 VR 8 6 speed is completely stock except for the tint. I have the "mod. bug" but afraid that once I start I won't stop. I'm thinking about starting with simple exterior enhancements as therapy. Any suggetions?
BYW, this is a great place to learn from others, some great ideas out there.
BYW, this is a great place to learn from others, some great ideas out there.
07-06-2007, 07:51 AM
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Welcome aboard. Depending on your level of mechanical knowledge, lowering springs was a first for me. Better handling and tightens up the the wheel gap.
