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Caliper O-rings
In rebuilding the front calipers on my 300 it was only after I split the calipers and threw out the old rubber components that I discovered the rebuild kits do not include the o-ring that sandwiches between the caliper halves.
My search for replacements have resulted in a lot of "these might work" or "you can try these". Does anyone know of a source for correct replacement seals? thanks in advance |
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those are the hen's teeth of calipers, not available anywhere
had to deal with non available replacement calipers years ago and used an air conditioner o-ring which did work ~~~ how long ?? BEST TO BUY NEW OR REBUILT FOR SAFETY SAKE
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1989 300ce smoke silver / brazil, in a constant state of flux ~~~ |
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I think these kits have the correct O-rings but you have to buy the kit just for the o-rings since they are for a 914. let us know if they are correct.
Porsche 914 Brake Hydraulics - Page 3
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I picked up some 0 rings from a local Pirtek. they manufacture custom Hydraulics and brake line. they are made form the proper material and seem to have sufficient crush to form a proper seal. I guess I'll find out,, I'll post my results here when I'm done.
-Bryan |
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This outfit has them, for like 2 dollar a piece.
Performatek - Home You'll have to e-mail or call them for production info. The warning here is Mercedes never intended for the calipers to be split by anybody other than a caliper rebuilding facility. That is why the seal kits do not include those seals. .
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the o-rings from Pirtek work great so far after a day of driving.
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C-3 rear calipers are notorious for "pumping air" into the hydraulic system. This can occur if the rotor run-out is out of spec, or if there is a bearing issue. Vette Brakes offers a kit that will allow you to rebuild your calipers with O-rings. They are not available from Nissan and previously could only be found used. We now have these in stock and are available for the front or rear claipers or in a complete set for all 4 calipers.
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