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May 1st, 2012, 22:13 | #11 |
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The rear calipers are alloy , front are cast iron
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May 2nd, 2012, 20:31 | #12 |
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Just hammerite it Job done.
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May 2nd, 2012, 20:34 | #13 |
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So we're both right
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May 2nd, 2012, 23:44 | #14 |
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Yeah, but I'm more righterer!
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May 3rd, 2012, 07:26 | #15 |
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I have the same rust on mine but I don't use acid based wheel cleaner on it and when it's at the dealers I leave a post-it on the clock binnical that says clean in side only.
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May 3rd, 2012, 09:00 | #16 |
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I always get rust on all my cars, discs, pads & calipers.. Still looking for an alternative to painting.
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May 3rd, 2012, 09:15 | #17 |
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You can get them passivated but that will soon deteriorate after one winter. Epoxy mastic all the way, just don't go red.
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