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Tom79

Member

• Jul 12, 2009

• #1

Hi all,

Just changing my rear brake pads on my 96 disco and have noticed that one of the pistons on the caliper seems to be seized. Does anyone know if i should try forcing it back (with a big hammer) ? The first pad went in ok (the outer) but the inner is about 1mm to wide

 

robint

Well-Known Member

• Jul 12, 2009

• #2

ya plonker, why dont ya just put a decent g clamp on it and wind it back in or go get the proper tool from a motor factors or better still go get a new set of calipers and seals

 

The Mad Hat Man

Well-Known Member

LZIR Despatch Agent

• Jul 12, 2009

• #3

I concur with the honourable gentleman above. Dont risk it with brakes!:doh:

 

Last edited: Jul 12, 2009

stretchie_

Active Member

• Jul 14, 2009

• #4

I agree with the above again but while your there mate why don't you take the caliper off (leave it connected but 'dismount it') and give it a good clean, pump the pistons out A LITTLE BIT clean them up before pushing back into the caliper that on it's own could help you out here.

Regular brake maintenance, deffo worth the extra time and will help you spot any problems like seals coming out or scored pistons before it's too late, and a good old bleed for good measure.

 

vivnap

Banned

• Jul 14, 2009

• #5

robint said:

ya plonker, why dont ya just put a decent g clamp on it and wind it back in or go get the proper tool from a motor factors or better still go get a new set of calipers and seals

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i think you mean pistons and seals ? the caliper will be ok