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LMBmikeZ 11-25-2011 09:34 PM

Have you done any in black with the red lettering?

ZForce 11-25-2011 10:28 PM

Nice work Mike! I never thought much of powder coating the calipers, mostly because what I have seen looks like crap. But your work is class all the way. Those orange/gold brembo looking calipers on previous page look very nice on a black Z. Newb question thou.....why so much for 4 small pieces? Maybe if I understood the process then I could justify the cost.

What color do you think would go well with PG and sport wheels?

Mike 11-26-2011 04:35 AM

I have done black with red lettering, but don't have any pictures of that.

ZForce,
This is the process when I receive a set of calipers.
Complete disassemble, including separating the two halves, removing pistons, seals and dust boots.

Clean and inspect all internal parts, replace as required.

Completely strip original finish off of caliper.

Media blast all pieces to be coated.

Mask off areas that need to be protected.

Powdercoat them as desired.

Apply logos.

Clearcoat with powdercoat.

Unmask and reassemble everything.

There is about 5 hours worth of labor in every set.

I love the crystal red with PG.
http://thepowdercoater.com/gallery/a...M_Akebonos.jpg


and I do have one core set. Plus, if you become a premium member, you get a $50 discount from the regular pricing of $350.

370Z JT 11-26-2011 11:06 AM

Oh that red is nice!

ZForce 11-27-2011 12:24 AM

Mike, thanks for the break down of the process, well worth it now. Did I tell you that red is my favorite color. Def will be looking down the road to pick up the red calipers if still available. Hopefully you will have a spare on hand at all times for core exchange. Becoming a premium members has it's perks. My only problem is that the bro will want a set for his red Z. Please don't tempt me with another gorgeous photo. Will be in touch.

Mike 11-27-2011 06:42 PM

I have one spare set, and they should be readily available within a week or two wait, depending on when they went out, however, I must say, that unlike my corvette and camaro customers, Z people seem to hold on to my cores forever. The last guy was quick, but the one before that kept them for more than 4 months before sending them back, despite my constant reminders.

When I had a 350Z core set, 2 months was the average return time, until someone decided to stiff me and just keep them.


Not to tempt you, but....

http://thepowdercoater.com/gallery/a...TM_Akebono.jpg

MightyBobo 11-27-2011 07:06 PM

Now you know why I didn't want to keep them long lol

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ZForce 11-30-2011 04:35 PM

Mike, tempted...dunno....red on a red 370Z?

MightyBobo 11-30-2011 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce (Post 1429775)
Mike, tempted...dunno....red on a red 370Z?

Too much red! Black with red lettering? Silver? Plaid? :-p

Mike 11-30-2011 04:49 PM

Black with red would be cool

LukasC 12-23-2011 12:15 AM

If u could send me red powdercoated sport calipers with akebono in black id send u mine. My car is bran new only 6k miles so the brakes are not damaged at all. How much would it cost?

Mike 12-23-2011 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LukasC (Post 1460520)
If u could send me red powdercoated sport calipers with akebono in black id send u mine. My car is bran new only 6k miles so the brakes are not damaged at all. How much would it cost?

350 plus 30 shipping and a refundable 650 core deposit.

LukasC 12-24-2011 01:05 PM

That is a pretty dang good deal! Will this b available for a long time or is this a one time thing?

Mike 12-24-2011 06:13 PM

no, this is the always price. Also, if you become a premium member here, I give a $50 discount.

LukasC 12-25-2011 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike (Post 1462288)
no, this is the always price. Also, if you become a premium member here, I give a $50 discount.

Oh sweet!! How much does a premium membership cost?


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