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jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

So in the midst of disassembling much of the front suspension, I've got my front brake caliper(s) off.

Piston and dust boot looking rather iffy? Is it worth trying to source a rebuild kit? Or better to just find a new caliper altogether? Perhaps even L400/Shogun one as per here?

Worth noting I wasn't getting any problems (as far as I know) with the brakes, no binding or anything, but braking power has never been brilliant...

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Fostlongstrider · Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2017 10:37 Post subject:

Try Milners, I got one from them a few years ago for £77, fitted straight on to Mitsi FI no problems.
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jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

Thanks Ian, I don't think they have any anymore - at least not listed on the website. They have the L400 ones, though, more expensive...
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CSMonkey · Joined: 05 Feb 2014 Posts: 377 Location: Exmouth

I refurbished my MX-5 calipers last summer with new seals. A lot cheaper than replacing the calipers. As long as the piston and barrel of the brake are still in good condition with no scratching or pitting then it should be a tidy job.

Having access to a compressed air line made removing the piston much easier as one was sticking.

I know the Deli is a little larger than the MX-5, but not that much.

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Lewis · Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2017 15:29 Post subject:

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jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

Thanks all. I might just give it a go. I do have some time on my hands after all, as with all the work that needs doing to poor old Selma she's likely to be off the road for a few months yet... Sad

So - two further questions arise.

1. Can anyone suggest where I can buy rebuild kits for these calipers? I've had a Google around and can't find anything so any pointers greatly appreciated.

2. To get the piston out, is compressed air a necessity, or is there some alternative trick?
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jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

Having said that though, I am tempted by fitting some L400 calipers... they do look rather sexy:

http://dinoevo.de/brake-upgrade/
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andyman · Joined: 08 Dec 2012 Posts: 5602 Location: Penrith

Are the piston and slider gaiters intact, not split? Do they slide okay? Sliders are easy enough to clean up and service, pistons are a little bit more fiddly. Remember to use red brake grease, DON'T use copper grease - it dries up from the heat and makes things stick. Have your pads been wearing evenly - they'll be a good indicator of what is working properly? Did it always brake evenly? Probably the reason why Mitsubishi put twin pots on the L400 was that the L300 required more pedal pressure than modern drivers expected. But if they stop too quickly, the back end can lift off! Now I've serviced/fixed mine, I find them pleasantly progressive. If your calipers aren't leaking, new discs and pads might be a more effective buy.
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jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

Green Grouch · Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2017 19:56 Post subject:

Caliper piston tool

Very helpful tool. Fits my Deli calipers to pull the pistons out.

Shop around for a good price
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Lewis · Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2017 20:44 Post subject:

jejoenje · Joined: 20 Aug 2016 Posts: 785 Location: Alloa, Scotland

Mmh yes. Perhaps fiddling with L400 calipers is not as good an idea as I'd like it to be... As for fit, provided you swap the caliper carrier over,
apparently the swap is pretty straightforward, though.

Anyway - as above, I think cost alone is leading me towards the rebuild route of what I have.

Thanks for the links - I shall have a look.
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skiorsail · Joined: 31 Aug 2004 Posts: 758 Location: Cumbria

Brakeparts.co.UK. and Brakesint.co.UK are worth comparing with eBay for your brake parts. I keep spares for mine because you usually discover the pistons are rusty or the seal when you replace the pads, just be careful to get correct diameter.
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