How to lubricate caliper slider pins-YouTube?
How to lubricate caliper slider pins-YouTube?
Loosen caliper mounting bolts & slider pins , remove caliper, grease slider pins, re-assemble. If the caliper is defective – click here to see how to replace the caliper
What to do if your caliper pin is stuck?
The next idea is both clever and simple. It uses the bolt that goes into the end of the caliper pin as a lever to simply force it out. A YouTube mechanic going by the name Alpha G Male has a video in which he puts washers and a coupling over the end of a stuck caliper pin on a Nissan Altima.
Why do you need to remove the sliding pins on a disc brake?
Video tutorial on how to remove and lubricate the sliding pins on a disc brake assembly. Sliding pins, also known as guide pins allow your caliper to float, so when your brake pedal is applied, the braking surface on both sides of the rotor can be used.
What causes a brake pin to get stuck?
There are several possible causes. Something could be wrong with the brake line or piston. But often the problem is a stuck caliper pin. One or both of the little rails the caliper slides along — the caliper guide pins — get sluggish or seized. And that means your caliper won’t slide, and the outside brake pad won’t fully squeeze your rotor.
What to do if your caliper pin is stuck?
The next idea is both clever and simple. It uses the bolt that goes into the end of the caliper pin as a lever to simply force it out. A YouTube mechanic going by the name Alpha G Male has a video in which he puts washers and a coupling over the end of a stuck caliper pin on a Nissan Altima.
What’s the rubber on a caliper slide pin?
A caliper slide pin has a rubber boot that seals out dirt, and often has a rubber bushing for movement and support. If you’re not using silicone or PAG, these rubber parts can swell. [For more, check out Larry Carley’s article on Brake & Front End).
There are several possible causes. Something could be wrong with the brake line or piston. But often the problem is a stuck caliper pin. One or both of the little rails the caliper slides along — the caliper guide pins — get sluggish or seized. And that means your caliper won’t slide, and the outside brake pad won’t fully squeeze your rotor.
Where to find socket for brake pad pins?
I can’t seem to find a socket for my 2004 ultra classic’s brake pad pins. I was told that it takes a 1/4″ 12 pt. socket, but the socket wall is too thick to fit over bolt. ( not enough space between bolt and caliper ) Is it a 12pt 1/4″ bolt or does it take a special wrench? If it is 1/4″ where can I find a thin wall socket? Thanks !
Loosen caliper mounting bolts & slider pins , remove caliper, grease slider pins, re-assemble. If the caliper is defective – click here to see how to replace the caliper
Why do you need to remove the sliding pins on a disc brake?
What kind of lubricant do you use for slide pins?
LUBRICATE SLIDE PINS WITH SILICONE. To lubricate slide pins, two types of brake grease are proven to work — silicone and PAG (Polyalkylene Glycol). That’s according to Gary Weber of Dow Corning. (For details, check out his presentation Smart NVH Solutions for Next Generation Brake Design and look at the 11th slide.)
Video tutorial on how to remove and lubricate the sliding pins on a disc brake assembly. Sliding pins, also known as guide pins allow your caliper to float, so when your brake pedal is applied, the braking surface on both sides of the rotor can be used.
What’s the best way to remove a seized pin?
If you can, cut the pin with a sawsall just inside the mounting tabs. Then you can put it in a press. Also if no press available just drill it out. If you can, cut the pin with a sawsall just inside the mounting tabs. Then you can put it in a press. Also if no press available just drill it out.
