[Shotimes] Rear Brake Caliper Slide Pins

[Carl Prochilo]

Several years ago I did the rear brakes on my 92 and needed to
replace a few torn rubber boots that protect the slide pins in the
caliper bracket.  At that time Ford readily had kits on hand that
included new pins and boots.

When I called the big Ford parts wholesaler this time I found out
that the kit wasn't stocked but can still be ordered.  Since I was
already in the middle of doing the brakes on the 95, I needed
something quick.  I called AutoZone and they told me they sold a
different kit that contained 4 rubber boots and brake pad springs. 
The kit costs $10.  This was really fortuitous for me.

The right rear caliper had one pin completely frozen.  Using PB
Blaster and a good set of pliers I was able to finally get the pin
out, coated in rust.  I soaked the bracket in more PBB and was able
to get the cavity cleaned out and the pin itself.  Loaded up the pin
with some silicone based lubricant.  I now have the bracket ready to
be installed.  Next step is to retract the caliper piston (looks to
be a PITA again) and reassemble.  Also picked up a set of PFCM pads.

The interesting thing about this whole situation is that with the
caliper itself basically inoperative on the one side, the pads were
practically unused.  Also, you couldn't even tell the car was
working with only 3 of the 4 brakes stopping the car.  The left side
however was a different matter and those pads were toast.  I had the
rotors turned and they look fine.  After this job is done, I plan to
install the plugs in the bias block.

I still like the 92 brakes with the vented rotors over the 95 setup.
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Cheers,
Carl Prochilo
1992 Ultra Red Crimson