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Originally Posted by JDmills
two questions, Is there any way to mothball a brake system so it does not rust when apart, (could I flush it with WD-40? except that is probably bad for the seals..)
is there any repair to a caliper that has gotten stuck.. and once it is stuck, is it worth saving or will even a rebuilder of brakes systems turn it down?
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A caliper generally survives without internal rust in the worst possible environment..........under the vehicle and attached to the spindle. If your seals are good, and you store it in a dry environment..........it will last longer than if it was in service. You can spray the outside of the caliper to prevent surface rust if you wish.
If the piston is stuck, you'll need to force it out with the vehicle hydraulic system. Whether it's rebuildable or not will be determined by the condition of the piston(s). The rebuilder will never turn it down unless you fracture the caliper...........they don't even look in the box in most cases.