Rear callipers

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DiscoT

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While changing my rear pads tonight I've decided it's time for some new callipers. Looking at some other threads it looks to be a pretty straight forward job but wondering if there's any hints or tips to make it easier. Thanks.
 
Put a hose clamp on the flexy above the rear axle, saves the brake fluid running out ;)

be prepared for snapped bolts if they have not been out for a long time, can easily be done with discs and habs in place if it goes to plan, watch out for the brake pipe being corroded into the fitting and shearing off, sometimes needs a wiggle to get them free'd off.
 
Use the biggest lever you've got to loosen the caliper bolts.
If they've not been off for a while, they're an absolute :censored: to slacken off...
 
use a 12 point socket on the two caliper bolts.plug the brake line the dust cap on the bleed nipple fits if its not snug use a bit of clingfilm to pack it out. use copper slip apply where the pads contact the pistons and where the pads slide on the caliper casing.make sure its all bleed out.done mine last year no probs.
 
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