Caliper Covers

So, you’ve mounted a set of large diameter wheels and low profile tires. Those new rims and skins sure look great don’t they…except for the rusty brake calipers that are now on full display. Unfortunately, many large, thin spoke rims have a lot of open area that can reveal ugly mechanical parts that were best left hidden. So what can you do? You can install new performance brake calipers, paint your existing calipers, or install caliper covers. As you’ll see, installing caliper covers is the easiest, most cost effective way to get great looking calipers you’ll be proud to show off.

Installing performance brake calipers is the most expensive option, and frankly overkill if all you want is an appearance boost. We’d love to sell you a set of performance calipers and we carry the best with names like Brembo, Baer, and Wilwood. But with these calipers, you’re paying for their ability to make the car stop better. The fact that they also look great is just a byproduct of good design. If you want to upgrade your brake system they’re a great choice, but if you’re happy with the way your car stops, there are less expensive options. So let’s take a look at the next alternative, painting.

When done properly, painting calipers is very time consuming. First they have to be completely clean or the paint is not going to stick. And even if you do everything right and use dedicated caliper paint, or even take them completely off and have them professionally painted, there’s still a good chance that the paint will fade and peel in the near future. But the big knock against painting is that it can’t do anything about the shape of the calipers. Some factory calipers are just not that great looking, and putting them in color won’t change that.

Which brings us to the best option: caliper covers. Although paint is cheaper initially, when you factor in what your time is worth, caliper covers are the least expensive alternative. The covers we offer are laser cut from stainless steel or from 6061-T6 aluminum, which is then given a powder coated finish. The aluminum covers are available in multiple colors, with licensed or custom logos, and can even be color-matched to your vehicle’s finish. With caliper covers you get a durable product with a finish that will never peel, in a shape that will look great on any brake caliper.

Caliper covers are designed for each specific vehicle so they’re easy to install, won’t interfere in any way with brake operation, and can be quickly removed whenever brake service is necessary. They also reduce brake dust, so those nice custom wheels will stay cleaner longer. And although you may think attaching covers will make your calipers run hot, just the opposite is true. Caliper covers will actually reduce caliper operating temperatures by 30°-50°F. The covers act as a heat sink, drawing heat out of the calipers, which prolongs the life of brake system components.

While you’re installing caliper covers, why not install a set of wheel bands? These protective bands attach to the perimeter of the wheels to protect them from curb damage. They come in colors that complement caliper covers, giving your wheels a custom effect like no other. A plastic track attaches to the wheel, with a tough replaceable color plastic insert that will take the brunt of a scrape instead of your rim, saving you wheel replacement or refurbishing costs.