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Old 30 May 2007 | 12:40 AM
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just wondering if anyone re built there callipers its on a my99 they are 4 pots i am going to remove the callipers to paint them but i want to strip them down to do it properly i have found a place that sells the full kit seals ect any advice would be appricated thanks
Old 30 May 2007 | 12:47 AM
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kit's are cheap enough from Subaru.... i would only use genuine kit!!

Try the brake forum for ideas...
Old 30 May 2007 | 10:55 AM
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A kit is cheap from Subaru. Just get it from them. Alternatively, Godspeed do a complete rebuild and paint service which isn't too badly priced if your existing calipers need a big overhaul.
Old 31 May 2007 | 03:03 PM
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If you are doing it yourself, bank on a full weekend to do it properly, your biggest problem will be getting the pistons out, they tend to go rusty and get pitted just under the outer seal.
This can be cleaned up with some very fine wire wool or 1000 grit wet and dry paper.
The tip to get the pistons out is to leave the calliper on the car and use the hydraulic pressure to pump the stiff ones out, whilst holding the others back.
Halfords calliper paint works well and tends to last.
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Yes they are a bugger to get out if they're seized. I wouldn't do it myself again for fun.
Old 01 June 2007 | 12:40 AM
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chears guys ill have a go over the next couple of weeks
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