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yorkie_chris · 29-01-09, 11:48 AM

I have seen worse "guides" (bluepoof...). That doesn't seem too bad but if they are properly seized then that type of cleaning will do sod all.

I would not use WD40 as it contains paraffin. Use a fast evaporating brake cleaner, or work dry and blow any dust off. Then use red rubber grease as you push the pistons back.

Still, there's no substitute for a proper service.

29-01-09, 11:48 AM	#10
yorkie_chris Noisy Git Mega Poster Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Halifax/Leeds Posts: 26,645	Re: Caliper Pistons: Ok to Spin? I have seen worse "guides" (bluepoof...). That doesn't seem too bad but if they are properly seized then that type of cleaning will do sod all. I would not use WD40 as it contains paraffin. Use a fast evaporating brake cleaner, or work dry and blow any dust off. Then use red rubber grease as you push the pistons back. Still, there's no substitute for a proper service. __________________ Currently Ex Biker Now rebuilding a 63' fishing trawler as a dive boat Last edited by yorkie_chris; 29-01-09 at 11:51 AM.