HELP A few problems with replacing rear brake pads on original /6., Pins not fitting and trouble retracting pistons |
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HELP A few problems with replacing rear brake pads on original /6., Pins not fitting and trouble retracting pistons |
Mueller |
Jun 25 2018, 02:31 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,150 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None |
So I was helping Sandy with his original /6 yesterday , we put new Porterfield pads on his car.
Fronts are easy, however the rear I ended up putting the stock pads back on due to a few reasons: Large diameter pins wouldn't fit into new pads, options: Grind down pins or drill/mill the backing plate for larger diameter? Easy options, just not sure which is preferred. The bigger problem was that when retracting pistons for new pads which are about 1/8" wider due to being new we started to leak a lot of fluid and I got nervous if something like a seal was being damaged while screwing out the outer allen key? So, is it okay to keep turning the screw to make room for the new pads and then once the .008" clearance is achieved just tighten the 13mm nut with no more leaks? |
11tenths |
Jun 25 2018, 03:09 PM
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Ve get too soon old, und too late schmart Group: Members Posts: 142 Joined: 11-October 12 From: Islip, Long Island, NY Member No.: 15,026 Region Association: North East States |
Those rear /6 adjusters can be troublesome- please read Eric's (PMB) articles on retracting the pistons, which are captured by the threaded adjusters. The outsides are easily accessed, the insides- not so much. An extension and socket through the trailing arm is neccesary, and you may even have to use an air power ratchet burst (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) to overcome the 'stiction' of a reluctant adjuster.
Please search for Eric Shea's description of this procedure, which is how I learned of it. And remember the two adjusters work opposite each other for creating clearance. Good luck. - Harry |
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