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Old 09-07-2010, 03:12 AM
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Having done this recently too I'd like to add the following comments:-

1) If you split the caliper you will have trouble finding new o rings
2) I was taught (as an aircraft mechanic) to never clean any rubber parts with Acetone as this has the same effect as trichloroethane - it deteriorates rubber parts (Don't believe me? Do an internet search for "acetone rubber")
3) I think the most important aspect of resealing hydraulic components has been over looked:- ASSESSMENT OF CORROSION AND WEAR - you need to work out whether it is really worth your while putting in new set of seals and trying to bleed calipers that really could do with machine work...
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Last edited by Stretch; 09-07-2010 at 03:13 AM. Reason: Adding in more helpful information!
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