Peter Horrocks Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 OK, having some problems here. Took the calliper off, cleaned up the pistons so they now actually move, but, and this is the stupid question, where about does the spring go and which way up. No matter what I do, it falls out when I try to put the pads in. And yes, I have the calliper up-side down as I put the pads back in i.e. the bleed nipple is pointing towards the floor, but as soon as after I have put the pin in to hold the pads and try to put the calliper back onto the disk, it goes goes wrong again! Link to comment
dirtrider Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Evening Peter First, look at the picture & make sure your spring has all the same little ears. With caliper sitting as it goes back on bike the arrow on the spring points forward. (if you turn the caliper over to load parts keep spring arrow direction in mind) Link to comment
Peter Horrocks Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 Thanks D.R. But where about in the calliper does it fit, at the front, rear or middle? Link to comment
Selden Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Peter: One more thing. With age the little tabs that hold the spring in place may break off. Also, check the condition of the pin; if it's pitted/rusted, replace it. The pin, spring, and retaining clip are sold as a package. Not inexpensive, but replacing pads and a disc rotor costs far more. Link to comment
Peter Horrocks Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 Peter: One more thing. With age the little tabs that hold the spring in place may break off. Also, check the condition of the pin; if it's pitted/rusted, replace it. The pin, spring, and retaining clip are sold as a package. Not inexpensive, but replacing pads and a disc rotor costs far more. Yes they are corroded so new kit ordered. Thanks everyone. Link to comment
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