So i have a set of brake calipers that need cleaning and rebuilding, i have the parts i need and have done it before. But the issue i have is i dont ahve a compressor or the car handy to get the pistons out, anyone got any ideas! or anyone in wellington who might be able to do it/help!
mechnificent,
Mar 2, 7:42pm
Bang them on a board and the pistons may drop out. If they are tight then a grease gun is safer and works better than compressed air. Connecting them to a brake system is better, but grease works as long as you clean them really carefully afterwards.
directorylist,
Mar 2, 9:24pm
They've been sitting for awhile so banging them is not likely to work, but i'll give it a shot,
Kazbanz thats all well and good to say, but if i had access to a compressed air source i wouldn't be posting
twink19,
Mar 2, 9:27pm
put a grease nipple in and pump them out with grease gun
mechnificent,
Mar 2, 9:50pm
Yeah, compressed air is a good way to jamb the pistons or get your fingers crushed.
elect70,
Jun 9, 1:02pm
Got an LPG bottletry that^^^^yet its recommended in workshop manualseven yank ones known for their "safe " procedures . I use myrefrig gas bottle , not having air or grease gun&keep fingers outside.
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