I'm rebuilding my calipers following a "how to" instruction posted by David Jacobs back in 2003. He's done a good job with the instructions (lots of pictures) and they have really helped. He strongly recommends bead blasting the caliper to clean it up. Then he suggests painting the caliper with Dupli-Color clear engine ceramic spray paint (500 deg F). He mentions he was hesitant to put the painting step in the instructions because he felt it would get a lot of flack. But he decided to include it because it worked out so well on his DeLorean and on a number of other cars. The claim is that in addition to protecting the caliper from rusting, it also helps keep them from attracting dirt and grime. And while washing the car, he noticed that just a spray of water makes the caliper look brand new again. I know a lot of folks re-plate their break parts and they look great. But I wanted something I could do myself and maintain the original look.

Has anyone else painted their calipers? Are there any cautions or concerns?

Thanks,
Ron