I read "done mine in gold" n thought I can't imagine that looking any good, then the pics loads n I've got to say they look really nice behind them wheels.
I use the jack out the boot but I support it the axel stands to, every jack I've ever had has broke haha, I take the pads out the calliper wire brush the whole thing pad carrier and the calliper itself leaving it attached to the brake hose, because I'm using hammerite black metal paint there's no need to prime just get a paint brush and paint away, takes 2 hours to dry so will probably cable tie it to the coil spring while it dries. as for tapeing off depends on how steady your hand is and what paint your using
There should be an arrow along the bottom of the car at the side to indicate a jacking point, I'll get a picture tomorrow for u on my car to show u what I'm talking about and as for axel stand placement i just rest mine on the lower arm ball joint, there a specific Torque settings for the wheel nuts but I usually just tighten them up with my breakerbar putting copper slip on the bolts.
