Just Painted My Brake Calipers

SoDealer · 11-09-2006, 09:51 PM

Just finished painting my calipers. I have an 07 Diamond Gray Metallic LTD Navi with the Chrome Package. I'll post some pics of the car when it's clean... It has tinted windows, HIDs, and now painted calipers for exterior mods.

There are 3 pics of the fronts and 1 of the rear. Sorry i was too lazy to center the logo between the spokes for the pics. lol

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only1agam · 11-14-2006, 02:25 AM

sodealer blingin!? you're an insider and your ride blings amazing

SoDealer · 11-14-2006, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by only1agam

sodealer blingin!? you're an insider and your ride blings amazing

LOL... i posted some other pics on sb9t. I'll post some here after I do some cropping... I have a few other projects to undergo.

SoDealer · 11-14-2006, 11:18 PM

more... just realized my hood was open in some of these pics... whoops!

only1agam · 11-14-2006, 11:34 PM

where did ya get the HIDs from? beautiful B9

SoDealer · 11-14-2006, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by only1agam

where did ya get the HIDs from? beautiful B9

http://www.banzaiexpress.com/home.htm

Be forewarned...compared to a Legacy... the B9 is a PITA to install HIDs on. You will need to remove the battery to get them in on the Driver's side. If you have big hands or arms you'll have to take the Air filter off on the passenger side.

Peaty · 11-15-2006, 09:49 AM

It's up to you but people should also know it's not legal for a street car to install HID retrofit kits. Some info on that subject here too:

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2890

I went with upgraded bulbs until I can get the whole lens setup, if that ever comes here that is

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6124

info there on changing the bulbs out. I have to agree it was a major PITA to get at them.

SoDealer · 11-16-2006, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peaty

It's up to you but people should also know it's not legal for a street car to install HID retrofit kits. Some info on that subject here too:

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2890

I went with upgraded bulbs until I can get the whole lens setup, if that ever comes here that is

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6124

info there on changing the bulbs out. I have to agree it was a major PITA to get at them.

Peaty is correct. Make sure you're ok with the consequences of going aftermarket on HIDs. I've never had a problem with either the Leggy or the Becky. The car looks like any other with HIDs.

tombo_m6 · 11-16-2006, 05:08 PM

Now you just need to get rid of the ugly bars on your roof.

SoDealer · 11-16-2006, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by tombo_m6

Now you just need to get rid of the ugly bars on your roof.

I don't like the look of the Tribeca without them. It looks bald. All SUVs have some sort of railing on the roof. T

Archee · 11-16-2006, 08:24 PM

I would suggest you put VentureShield oved the hood, mirrors, bumper, headlamp, + door edgegard. I was on part of training for our company (we distribute window films) and peeps from Venture Tape took my car and demonstrate installation of clear hood protect film. It's great and if you don't like it just remove it and put new one. It always protects the paint. They have even pattern for rear cargo area. Now, I know that Beckys are not going to be run in off road like other cars. It's luxury car so people are going to try to protect their interest. I always look at the stone chip when I know there is one on the hood. Try it. (this is not a commercial - it's recommendation)

kooldak · 11-17-2006, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Archee

...Now, I know that Beckys are not going to be run in off road like other cars...

Don't be so sure. I LIVE off road (literally - my home is in the middle of nowhere). I ford streams, drive on boulder strewn roads, climb some pretty steep hills - and do it daily.

Archee · 11-18-2006, 02:09 AM

Well then, it's the right thing for you. I use it on everything. Protecting screen of mp3 players, pda's. It's 6 mil and very easy schrinkable. You can also remove it easily. Venture Tape train people to do business here in USA and CA. You buy films, software and plotters that cut pattern for each part of your car. Other suppliers of this "auto bra'' usually do not provide soft and templates. Then you have to cut it on spot once you are installing in on your car. - > That's the worst paint to do and usualy you cause more damage than protection. I could post some pics to show you that it's not visible for people to see it from distance and they have to come really close to notice it. I have champagne gold and it's just great. Black is the thoughest but if you are skillful installer you won the battle.

11-09-2006, 09:51 PM	#1
SoDealer Scooby Specialist Member#: 67960 Join Date: Aug 2004	Just Painted My Brake Calipers Just finished painting my calipers. I have an 07 Diamond Gray Metallic LTD Navi with the Chrome Package. I'll post some pics of the car when it's clean... It has tinted windows, HIDs, and now painted calipers for exterior mods. There are 3 pics of the fronts and 1 of the rear. Sorry i was too lazy to center the logo between the spokes for the pics. lol * Registered users of the site do not see these ads. Last edited by SoDealer; 05-06-2008 at 02:00 PM.

11-14-2006, 11:18 PM	#4
SoDealer Scooby Specialist Member#: 67960 Join Date: Aug 2004	more... just realized my hood was open in some of these pics... whoops! Last edited by SoDealer; 05-06-2008 at 02:00 PM.

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11-14-2006, 02:25 AM	#2
only1agam Scooby Specialist Member#: 56183 Join Date: Feb 2004 Chapter/Region: South East	sodealer blingin!? you're an insider and your ride blings amazing

11-14-2006, 11:34 PM	#5
only1agam Scooby Specialist Member#: 56183 Join Date: Feb 2004 Chapter/Region: South East	where did ya get the HIDs from? beautiful B9

11-15-2006, 09:49 AM	#7
Peaty Techno Sapien Moderator Member#: 449 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Lawrence, KS Vehicle: 2010 Legacy 3.6R Lim Azurite Blue Pearl	It's up to you but people should also know it's not legal for a street car to install HID retrofit kits. Some info on that subject here too: http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2890 I went with upgraded bulbs until I can get the whole lens setup, if that ever comes here that is http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6124 info there on changing the bulbs out. I have to agree it was a major PITA to get at them.

11-16-2006, 05:08 PM	#9
tombo_m6 Scooby Newbie Member#: 119338 Join Date: Jul 2006	Now you just need to get rid of the ugly bars on your roof.

11-16-2006, 08:24 PM	#11
Archee Scooby Newbie Member#: 132374 Join Date: Nov 2006	I would suggest you put VentureShield oved the hood, mirrors, bumper, headlamp, + door edgegard. I was on part of training for our company (we distribute window films) and peeps from Venture Tape took my car and demonstrate installation of clear hood protect film. It's great and if you don't like it just remove it and put new one. It always protects the paint. They have even pattern for rear cargo area. Now, I know that Beckys are not going to be run in off road like other cars. It's luxury car so people are going to try to protect their interest. I always look at the stone chip when I know there is one on the hood. Try it. (this is not a commercial - it's recommendation)

11-18-2006, 02:09 AM	#13
Archee Scooby Newbie Member#: 132374 Join Date: Nov 2006	Well then, it's the right thing for you. I use it on everything. Protecting screen of mp3 players, pda's. It's 6 mil and very easy schrinkable. You can also remove it easily. Venture Tape train people to do business here in USA and CA. You buy films, software and plotters that cut pattern for each part of your car. Other suppliers of this "auto bra'' usually do not provide soft and templates. Then you have to cut it on spot once you are installing in on your car. - > That's the worst paint to do and usualy you cause more damage than protection. I could post some pics to show you that it's not visible for people to see it from distance and they have to come really close to notice it. I have champagne gold and it's just great. Black is the thoughest but if you are skillful installer you won the battle.