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Front calipers seems to go on and on without needing replacing there are a number of tricks to get them unstuck if they are binding, but if you snap a bleed valve like I did there is not much option but to replace the caliper. Repair kits are available but at £55 (£25 surcharge on the old caliper) | Front calipers seems to go on and on without needing replacing there are a number of tricks to get them unstuck if they are binding, but if you snap a bleed valve like I did there is not much option but to replace the caliper. Repair kits are available but at £55 from brakes international It hardly seems worth it.(£25 surcharge on the old caliper) http://www.brakesint.co.uk/ NOV 11) . There are 4 types Early and late and ATE and Girling for standard. In order to check which type you have for the left wheel turn the steering to the right to get a good look. Late Girling have one 'V' in the cooling fins ATE have 2 V's take a look at the above website they have pictures to compare your against, I understand that Girling is more common. The kit will come with the caliper two rubber boots and a small sachet of silicone fluid. No Bolts, spring clip, L bracket or hard brake line are included in the Budveg kit you will need to source new or re-use your existing. | ||
Warning Brake fluid is corrosive and toxic and is very painful if you get it in your eyes. Take all necessary precautions safety goggles are recommended. | |||
'''tools''' | |||
7mm (bleed nipple) 13mm 14mm 17mm spanners | |||
11mm brake spanners, | |||
'''Procedure''' | '''Procedure''' | ||
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[[File:Brake-caliper-replace1.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Secure the guide pin with a 17mm spanner and use a 13mm socket or spanner to remove the caliper retaining bolts upper annd lower]] | [[File:Brake-caliper-replace1.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Secure the guide pin with a 17mm spanner and use a 13mm socket or spanner to remove the caliper retaining bolts upper annd lower]] | ||
[[File:Brake-caliper-replace2.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Lever the Caliper away from the carrier Do not allow the caliper to fall, support is weight on the tyre below or with a peice of wire so it doesn't pull on the brake line.]] | [[File:Brake-caliper-replace2.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Lever the Caliper away from the carrier Do not allow the caliper to fall, support is weight on the tyre below or with a peice of wire so it doesn't pull on the brake line.]] | ||
[[File:Brake-caliper-replace3.jpg|200px|thumb|left|If you are replacing the flexible brake line then you can cut the flexi and get a deep 14mm socket on the ferrule But a good 11mm brake spanner is a must for the upper union on the solid pipe. If it is refusing to budge and or the corners are gettign rounded you could try filing two opposite flats so you can get a 10mm spanner on it. ]] | [[File:Brake-caliper-replace3.jpg|200px|thumb|left|If you are replacing the flexible brake line then you can cut the flexi and get a deep 14mm socket on the ferrule But a good 11mm brake spanner is a must for the upper union on the solid pipe. If it is refusing to budge and or the corners are gettign rounded you could try filing two opposite flats so you can get a 10mm spanner on it. ]] | ||
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[[File:Brake-caliper-replace5.jpg|200px|thumb|left|The rubber boot to be replaced ]] | |||
[[File:Brake-caliper-replace4.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Showing the spring clip and L shaped bracket that you need to retain from the old caliper and the short hard brake line that is on the goes from the caliper to the flexi]] | |||
[[File:Brake-caliper-replace6.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]] | [[File:Brake-caliper-replace6.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]] | ||
[[File:Brake-caliper-replace7.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]] | [[File:Brake-caliper-replace7.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]] | ||
Revision as of 22:35, 28 October 2011
Hacksawbob
Front calipers seems to go on and on without needing replacing there are a number of tricks to get them unstuck if they are binding, but if you snap a bleed valve like I did there is not much option but to replace the caliper. Repair kits are available but at £55 from brakes international It hardly seems worth it.(£25 surcharge on the old caliper) http://www.brakesint.co.uk/ NOV 11) . There are 4 types Early and late and ATE and Girling for standard. In order to check which type you have for the left wheel turn the steering to the right to get a good look. Late Girling have one 'V' in the cooling fins ATE have 2 V's take a look at the above website they have pictures to compare your against, I understand that Girling is more common. The kit will come with the caliper two rubber boots and a small sachet of silicone fluid. No Bolts, spring clip, L bracket or hard brake line are included in the Budveg kit you will need to source new or re-use your existing.
Warning Brake fluid is corrosive and toxic and is very painful if you get it in your eyes. Take all necessary precautions safety goggles are recommended.
tools 7mm (bleed nipple) 13mm 14mm 17mm spanners 11mm brake spanners,
Procedure In the days before you do the job a daily soak in plus gas on brake unions is recommended
Loosen front wheel bolts
Jack and secure the vehicle with axle stands
Remove front wheel
