Brake caliper question.
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Drifting
Joined: Nov 2001
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From: Bucks county Pa
Brake caliper question.
I put new brakes and rotors on the whole car no problem, but the front calipers move in the caliper mounts. It isnt much but there is play. is this ok. i haven't driven it yet, not cause of this ,my seats are still at upholsterers. Its a 90 and doesnt have the J55 brakes. :confused:
Instructor
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From: Swansea, IL, USA
Re: Brake caliper question. (blk90rdstr)
I remember mine moving a LITTLE when I changed my pads, and has stopped excellent for the last few months... I would make sure the caliper mount bolts are torqued correctly... I remember breaking the torque on those bracket bolts, and they are TIGHT... hope I eased your worry somewhat... I'd use good judgement on exactly how much movement is too much...
Randy
92 auto coupe(no J55 brakes either...)
Randy
92 auto coupe(no J55 brakes either...)
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: San Diego CA
Re: Brake caliper question. (blk90rdstr)
Yes, the calipers must be able to slide in the brackets to be able to compensate for the wear of the pads. As the pistons are only on one side the caliper will slide towards the pistons as the pads wear down.
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Racer
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Re: Brake caliper question. (blk90rdstr)
I replaced my pads recently ... make sure you attach the little clips on the end lower end of the pads by the retainer pin, these aren't wear indicators, but tension springs. You shouldn't have any play up/down. Maybe just a little play left/right.
Melting Slicks
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Re: Brake caliper question. (R Cook 92)
Caliper mounting bolts were loose on mine, tightened them to spec and no problems. A bolt came off one time and destroyed the caliper and rotor! :eek:
