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Sti Addict 05 June 2012 05:44 PM

Possible sticky caliper
 
Im having some brake judder, on having a quick look it seems one disc is quite a bit hotter than the other, there is also a crack in the pad.

Could this be a sticky caliper? And what causes them to seize?

Calipers are brembo's, I have found a rebuiled kit from import car parts, but this does not include pistons, are they available from anywhere?

Thanks guys

alcazar 05 June 2012 05:52 PM

Drop a PM to Ian Godney at godspeed.
he does repair kits, stainless pistons and will undertake A FULL REFURB.

Sti Addict 05 June 2012 09:49 PM

I will do, whats the cause of sticky calipers? Is it just a build up of crap, wondering if I should try some brake cleaner first.

Godspeed Brakes 05 June 2012 10:04 PM

It will be the chrome coming off the pistons causing them to go rusty , the only way to cure it if it is that is by replacing the pistons.
I make stainless steel pistons that will never rust
Cheers Ian
01656 723060


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