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JPR 1



Member Since: 29 Jan 2013
Location: Cheshire
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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey
To Paint or not to Paint

After owning my RRS for a few weeks now, I feel the only thing that lets its otherwise beautiful looks is the rusty looking brake calipers.
I have never been one for blinging etc, but thinking of just a sublte lick of black or silver paint would make all the difference.
Does any one know of a company that can do this around the Manchester area Question

Post #375808 Wed Mar 06 2013 2:40pm
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Corns-88



Member Since: 20 Feb 2013
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United Kingdom 2007 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

Why don't you do it yourself. Wheel off, paint, wheel on, job done. My son did his on his and I had to show him how to change a wheel. As long as you give it long enough to dry before you drive then no problems. He bought a tin of spray paint and ended up using a brush. He just sprayed it into the lid as he went allong. Thumbs Up 07 tdv8 stornoway grey at home tucked up
x type jag work and back hack
x5 Gone - never fully loved or cared for
Disco td5 gone - saved a fortune on ear plugs
Freelander gone - one of the first and worst
early disco gone- A tractor in a fur coat.

Post #375812 Wed Mar 06 2013 2:53pm
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fkarim



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I don't like bling either but rusty calipers can spoil the otherwise good looks of the car, I agree. I got mine painted for the same reason. Grey or black calipers suit RRS. Red is for fast cars in my opinion. Whichever colour you go for, just make sure heat resistant paint is used. The fronts on mine are Brembos and the lettering got painted over so I ordered vinyl decals from eBay and put them on afterwards.

Sorry can't recommend anyone local to you but you really don't need a specialist for this job. Just steady hands if painting without removing the calipers.

Post #375817 Wed Mar 06 2013 3:20pm
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MisterAdam



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United Kingdom 2006 Range Rover Sport TDV6 HSE Bonatti Grey

It'd be worth rubbing down the inside of the disc and giving that a lick of black paint also.

I'm needing to do mine, as the weathered metal finish isn't a good look through the 22's. Current: 06 RR Sport HSE TDV6, Bonatti grey, black leather. Defender 90 pick up. Vito 110cdi

Previous: Mercedes CLS, BMW 330cd M sport, Nissan 200sx, Impreza STi, EP3 Civic Type R

Post #375818 Wed Mar 06 2013 3:40pm
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JPR 1



Member Since: 29 Jan 2013
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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

Thanks, I have looked at doing this myself but worried I will Censored it up, and make them look even worse.
Last time I painted it was a large wall and I ended up painting most of the carpet as well (Laurel & Hardy moment).
Having looked at other threads found a company in Nottingham, who take them off blead brakes etc, and do a proffesional finish for around £225, I thik this would be well worth it for long term happiness.

Any suggestions on colour??
Car is Bonatti Grey with diamond cut wheels, I was thinking copper may look good, but dont want to be to bling.

Post #375829 Wed Mar 06 2013 4:37pm
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fkarim



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JPR 1 wrote:
Any suggestions on colour??

I think both black and grey will look good on a grey car. I went for black calipers on black car. Not sure about copper but it's a matter of personal choice.

Post #375835 Wed Mar 06 2013 5:01pm
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JPR 1



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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

Thanks.
I think Grey is the way to go, and I will be doing it myself Confused

Post #375997 Fri Mar 08 2013 11:01am
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RRSTDV8



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United Kingdom 2012 Range Rover Sport SDV6 HSE Orkney Grey
Re: To Paint or not to Paint

JPR 1 wrote:
After owning my RRS for a few weeks now, I feel the only thing that lets its otherwise beautiful looks is the rusty looking brake calipers.

Once you start having to visit the dealer to get stuff fixed on it, the look of the calipers won't be an issue... Whistle Big Cry 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
2008 TDV8 - it was a labour of love and is much missed

Post #376023 Fri Mar 08 2013 12:52pm
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JPR 1



Member Since: 29 Jan 2013
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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

Thanks for that, I already have a great relationship with my local LR service manager, as this is my second RRS.
There has been the odd tear, fight and a bit of wrestling in the showroom over the years, but as he says every time I have a problem... At least I get a free valet.

Post #376026 Fri Mar 08 2013 1:05pm
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dvb247



Member Since: 11 Apr 2012
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England 2012 Range Rover Sport 3.0 TDV6 HSE Alaska White

Painted mine red as I thought the very same thing, grubby old looking callipers, must paint, think they look fab now, I've posted some pic in other threads, happy to repost if you like? If you've got it, spend it!

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