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[Phaeton]

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I have a set of 8.4" calipers that I have put new pistons & seals in. Bleed the system & then on pressing the pedal both calipers leaked. Took one off & it was clear I had damaged the seal when putting the pistons in. So new seals, fitted, bled, same problem, well this time I can see that the front seal & dust cap is coming out with the piston.

So the question is:- Is there anybody within 20 miles of Worksop who is prepared to strip & fit another set of seals (I will provide them) in exchange for some beer tokens.

Alan...

[staffi man]

Mods not really a normal wanted but if you feel this is in the wrong place then please move.

I have a set of 8.4" calipers that I have put new pistons & seals in. Bleed the system & then on pressing the pedal both calipers leaked. Took one off & it was clear I had damaged the seal when putting the pistons in. So new seals, fitted, bled, same problem, well this time I can see that the front seal & dust cap is coming out with the piston.

So the question is:- Is there anybody within 20 miles of Worksop who is prepared to strip & fit another set of seals (I will provide them) in exchange for some beer tokens.

Alan...

Hi mate just a quick one to maybe save you some money did you smear brake fluid on the piston to prevent it sticking/gripping the seals i rebuilt some calipers a couple of years ago and they are still going strong will check tomorrow night if you require any more help

[Phaeton]

Mods not really a normal wanted but if you feel this is in the wrong place then please move.

I have a set of 8.4" calipers that I have put new pistons & seals in. Bleed the system & then on pressing the pedal both calipers leaked. Took one off & it was clear I had damaged the seal when putting the pistons in. So new seals, fitted, bled, same problem, well this time I can see that the front seal & dust cap is coming out with the piston.

So the question is:- Is there anybody within 20 miles of Worksop who is prepared to strip & fit another set of seals (I will provide them) in exchange for some beer tokens.

Alan...

Hi mate just a quick one to maybe save you some money did you smear brake fluid on the piston to prevent it sticking/gripping the seals i rebuilt some calipers a couple of years ago and they are still going strong will check tomorrow night if you require any more help

Yeah I did, I did another set a couple of years ago & they are still fine,

Alan..

[staffi man]

Mods not really a normal wanted but if you feel this is in the wrong place then please move.

I have a set of 8.4" calipers that I have put new pistons & seals in. Bleed the system & then on pressing the pedal both calipers leaked. Took one off & it was clear I had damaged the seal when putting the pistons in. So new seals, fitted, bled, same problem, well this time I can see that the front seal & dust cap is coming out with the piston.

So the question is:- Is there anybody within 20 miles of Worksop who is prepared to strip & fit another set of seals (I will provide them) in exchange for some beer tokens.

Alan...

Hi mate just a quick one to maybe save you some money did you smear brake fluid on the piston to prevent it sticking/gripping the seals i rebuilt some calipers a couple of years ago and they are still going strong will check tomorrow night if you require any more help

Yeah I did, I did another set a couple of years ago & they are still fine,

Alan..

if you did that and they have still leaked i wonder if it is just a small part folding over when the piston is pushed in it must be something simple if you have managed it before i would have ago for you but i am i think over 20 miles away