problems with rear c3 caliper
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7th Gear
Joined: Sep 2000
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From: Eau Claire WI
problems with rear c3 caliper
I replaced my rear disc/caliper which went well till I tried to install new pads,,had major trouble trying to clear caliper pistons which must of been sticking out a bit,,tried both ways,,installed caliper,,tried to drop pads in,,than installed with caliper,,finally got it,,but now it leaks,,is there a trick?? help,,,thank you,,i,m not a mechanic,,but now wished I had played one on tv,,,
Le Mans Master
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From: Temple Terrace Florida
Sorry about the above. I would address the leaking caliper before going any further. Once the leak is fixed, I put the pads in the caliper without putting in the bridge pin. I use a piece of wood a bit thicker then the rotor and insert it between the pads. I install the caliper and push the piece of wood through the tip of the caliper. Once seated, I bolt up the caliper on the trailing arm and set the bridge pin in place with a fresh carter pin. Attach the brake line and bleed. Some people use an appropriate sized socket instead of the wood. Some of the vendors sell a tool to hold back the pistons, but a piece of wood is all you need. Good luck. Jerry
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2000
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From: Englewood FL
This tool makes installing the pads much easier:
https://www.zip-corvette.com/65-82-b...tion-tool.html
https://www.zip-corvette.com/65-82-b...tion-tool.html
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Melting Slicks
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Sorry about the above. I would address the leaking caliper before going any further. Once the leak is fixed, I put the pads in the caliper without putting in the bridge pin. I use a piece of wood a bit thicker then the rotor and insert it between the pads. I install the caliper and push the piece of wood through the tip of the caliper. Once seated, I bolt up the caliper on the trailing arm and set the bridge pin in place with a fresh carter pin. Attach the brake line and bleed. Some people use an appropriate sized socket instead of the wood. Some of the vendors sell a tool to hold back the pistons, but a piece of wood is all you need. Good luck. Jerry
