Listers:
I posted a note a few days ago that I removed the brake shims and used
anti-squeal compound on the backs of the pads. That seemed to get rid of the
squeal. However, a couple of days later the squeal was back. I decided to
use
the shims with the anti-squeal spray.
My question is this: How do you get the caliper pistons back into the
caliper to allow a thicker pad assembly to fit compared to what you removed?
This
must be a problem any time you remove worn (thin) brake pads and replace
them with new (thick) ones. I did open the cap on the master cylinder, tie a
rag around the opening, and used a large, flat-blade screwdriver to try to
push
the pistons in. It didn't seem to budge anything, and I didn't want to
damage the pistons or the discs. I ended up tapping the pads/shims back in
with
a hammer, but that chewed up the lower edge of the pads somewhat. I'm sure
there is a better solution.
Thanks. BTW, the squeal is gone again, at least for now...
Michael
'76 Tahiti Blue
CF 57044U
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