Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

I've done a pretty good job I think of cleaning them with green scourer, electric toothbrush, cream cleaner & plastic toothpicks. Just thought running them through the dishwasher could only help? :confused:
Thanks

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

Yes, Just make sure the missus isn't looking and don't put them in with the best china. ;)

Druid

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

I wouldn't think so, as the salt used to soften the water wouln't do them any good?

Just a wild guess Stu

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

Never put aluminium pots and pans in a dishwasher then?

Druid

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

And dry them off in a warm oven,

That YC...it were him that made me do it!

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

Na got stainless steel pots :p

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

yup and a hairdryer is good for drying them out as well. but didnt go down to well when i put it back covered in grease. doh!

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

Well I wasn't overly impressed with how the calipers came out. not magically clean, but no damage that I can see, so I guess it helped.
The pistons improved somewhat, ready for polishing with autosol in the morning. There's one of the 12 that I really should replace, but meh, the pads are worn so hope most of the damage will protrude from the seals.

So what happens when you service your bike at a dealer or any garage - what do they do to the calipers? just replace them with new? I can't see them going to all this time & effort.

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

What are they? Tokico 6 pots? I've got an entire set of 12 steel pistons for them somewhere. I may even have 12 aluminium teflon coated ones as well. If you're interested I'll have a rummage in the garage at the w/e.

Druid

Re: Can I put calipers in the Dishwasher?
 

Yup Tokico 6 pots for the ZX6R, 7R, 9R etc. I've actually got another set in the garage as well I took off my 7R for Hayabusa pistons, that are probably only worth robbing parts off.

But that's very kind of you :)
What are the teflon aluminium ones like compared to my (presumably) chromed steel ones? Is there any benefit if the steel ones are in good condition?