If they are pads, definately replace them. Best to replace shoes also, but
I have had success removing the oils if needed. First wash throughly with
solvent to remove as much oil as possible, followed by soap and water wash.
Mount the shoe in a vise and using a butane torch (soft flame) wave the
flame over the brake lining. When you see the oil start to bubble out, wipe
with a clean cloth and repeat,repeat,repeat. Do NOT overheat the brake
lining or it will be ruined. Move the flame quickly. When no more oil
bubbles out you are done.
Ron Sanborn
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From: "Robert J. Guinness" <guinness@stclegal.com>
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Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 3:52 PM
Subject: [Mgs] Differential/Rear Hub oil on brake pads
> My rear hubs leaked, and after many trials and tribulations I have them
> repaired thanks to Barney and his MGA website. However, the rear brake
> pads were soaked with the differential/rear hub oil. Can I clean them up
> sufficiently to re-use them (they are just two driving seasons old), or
> should I replace them? Thanks.
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