Brake caliper rebuild: Difference between revisions
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Everything you need can be found at Autozone or Advance Auto Parts. | Everything you need can be found at Autozone or Advance Auto Parts. | ||
* DOT3 or DOT4 | * DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid [http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/How_do_I_change_the_brake_fluid%3F#What_kind_of_brake_fluid.3F DOT4 preferred] | ||
* Permatex brush-top [http://www.permatex.com/products/automotive/lubricants/specialty_lubricants/auto_Permatex_Ultra_Disc_Brake_Caliper_Lube_Hi-Temp_Silicone_Formula.htm ultra disc brake caliper lube] or similar brake lubricant | * Permatex brush-top [http://www.permatex.com/products/automotive/lubricants/specialty_lubricants/auto_Permatex_Ultra_Disc_Brake_Caliper_Lube_Hi-Temp_Silicone_Formula.htm ultra disc brake caliper lube] or similar brake lubricant | ||
* Disposable nitrile gloves (don't skimp on this one) | * Disposable nitrile gloves (don't skimp on this one) | ||
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Throughout this process, use copious amounts of brake cleaner on every dirty part, then wipe and dry thoroughly. | Throughout this process, use copious amounts of brake cleaner on every dirty part, then wipe and dry thoroughly. | ||
Remove the two 12mm bolts attaching the caliper to the fork | Remove the two 12mm bolts attaching the caliper to the fork. | ||
Gently remove the little brake pad and set it aside | Gently remove the little brake pad and set it aside. | ||
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Your caliper should now look like this | Your caliper should now look like this. | ||
Remove the anti-vibration bracket (take note of its orientation) | Remove the anti-vibration bracket (take note of its orientation). | ||
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Insert a bunch of grease with your finger thereafter. | Insert a bunch of grease with your finger thereafter. | ||
The aftermath should look like so | The aftermath should look like so. | ||
Lubricate and insert the clean pistons | Lubricate and insert the clean pistons. | ||
Push the pistons in with your thumbs until they are flush with the adjacent metal surface | Push the pistons in with your thumbs until they are flush with the adjacent metal surface. | ||
Insert the plastic inserts | Insert the plastic inserts. | ||
Install the anti-vibration pad | Install the anti-vibration pad. | ||
Install the big brake pad | Install the big brake pad. | ||
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Reinstall the caliper | Reinstall the caliper. | ||
Bleed the brakes per the FAQ | Bleed the brakes per the FAQ. | ||
After bleeding, let the bike rest overnight with zip ties installed like so | After bleeding, let the bike rest overnight with zip ties installed like so. | ||
Stand on the rear brake while installing these zip ties ( | Stand on the rear brake while installing these zip ties (this can be a little tricky). | ||