Hi all,
I have an annoying problem - I seem totally unable to re-insert my brake
pistons into the calipers without damaging the piston seal. Does anyone
have any handy hints? The reason for the overhaul was that I noticed
there was an outer seal missing on my left caliper and I decided to
check out the right side which had no outer seals <sigh>... anyway,
wanted then to check that the pistons were not corroded (one was). Now
cannot get the blasted thing reassembled <grrrrr>. I have tried
smearing a generous amount of brake fluid over the seal and the piston
before re-insertion, but still have no joy - I always seem to 'pinch'
the seal. I have called my local garage and they will install them for
a very reasonable price - however I am a bit narked that I am unable to
do this procedure by myself. Any advice would be gratefully received.
BTW I am not exactly the most mechanically able person in the world and
this is simply my hobby car - so if you think it's best for the garge to
handle this then please say so [;)]
Cheers!
Scotty
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