Re: [ST] Brakes and Tires, Again!

["Denis Liakos" <denoose@xxxxxxx>]

The rubber band/ velcro strap thing does work, to a degree- but if you don't
clean the pistons and the bores, the play in the lever returns quickly.
Removing the calipers, and the pads, and then thoroughly cleaning everything
with brake cleaner is a more effective, longer lasting solution....

my 2 centavos

Denis Liakos
- ----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rupert Galea" <rupert@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: <ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2004 1:30 PM
Subject: RE: [ST] Brakes and Tires, Again!


> > > > Thanks for the velcro strap tip -- not really sure
> > > > how it 'works',
> > > > but I'll try it as well.
>
> As I understand it the problem is that dirt build up causes the
> pistons/seals to stick and be pulled back into the calipers when the
> lever is released. This leaves a gap between the pads and rotor which
> must be taken up every time you brake. I assume that keeping the pistons
> all the way out over night allows the seal to slowly move to its correct
> position so the pistons do not get pulled back into the calipers when
> the lever is released.
>
> Most master cylinders are self bleeding so if you had air in the system
> it would also help with that.
>
> I am going to try this.
> Rupert
>
>
>
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