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| Mash Member Since: 09 Feb 2015 Location: Guernsey Posts: 1674   
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If the pistons on the callipers are heavily pitted then most garages will rather replace the unit than split a calliper to replace the pistons. I would ask what is wrong with the callipers and why they recommend replacement. 90 wolf - Jasmin http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic39408.html
90 V8 - Maggie http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic42564.html 110 TD5 - Buggsy http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic59029.html 52HG25 lightweight https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic72342.html D3 Hse - Fiona Capri 2l S - Anna Think I might have a problem............ |
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9th Dec 2016 1:53pm |
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| blackwolf Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: South West England Posts: 17878  
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It is highly plausible that a 10-year-old vehicle has sticking pistons in the calipers, and the garage solution to this is to replace the calipers (it is cheaper in parts and labour usually to do this, and there is a more predictable outcome, than to overhaul the old calipers with new pistons. The latter is more labour-intensive though possibly cheaper on parts, and makes some sense cfor DIY).
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9th Dec 2016 1:54pm |
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| ian series 1 Member Since: 17 Nov 2014 Location: south Posts: 3127 
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I've replaced quite a few on Defenders, certainly more than vans and cars!
2 fronts replaced on a 2011 were the most recent. Replacing the seals and pistons are hardly worth the bother now, You can get refurb Pagid calipers for £70 a side. My 2008 could do with a pair upfront soon....  80" 80" 86" 88" 90"
Wanted, Forward Control Anything considered. |
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9th Dec 2016 2:00pm |
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| Stacey007 Member Since: 25 Sep 2015 Location: Cheshire Posts: 3854
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I Had one around 6 months ago as it was pulling to the left I think the part was around £60 plus fitting.
Is there anything better to fit without going down the silly expense route? Larger discs . better pads? Would they fit / be any better Just asking as if I do the Remap and extra bits the brake do feel a bit lame compared to other cars I have had... |
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9th Dec 2016 3:30pm |
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| Squirdan Member Since: 28 Sep 2013 Location: London Posts: 68 
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thanks for replies
thats exactly it - corrosion and sticking pistons I have looked into upgrades but v little thats sensible for less than £3k AP or Alcon stuff and most of the upgrades require bigger wheels than my std 16 inch boosts have given the go ahead for AP / Lockheed branded calipers, c. £100 each, exact same as LR OEM just not in a LR box.. orig quote from garage was part no. SEB500460 at £466 + vat each  |
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9th Dec 2016 4:17pm |
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| geobloke Member Since: 06 Nov 2012 Location: Nottinghamshire Posts: 4410
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Sticking pitted Pistons... The plague of defender brakes...
Best replace with recon'd standard items and if you do want a small upgrade then drilled and grooved discs and EBC green stuff pads are a great option. Brakes on my 110 are superb with this setup. Just remember to bed it all in properly once fitted. |
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9th Dec 2016 4:27pm |
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| blackwolf Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: South West England Posts: 17878
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Good choice. |
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9th Dec 2016 4:28pm |
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| Morepower Member Since: 08 Jan 2013 Location: Fife, Scotland Posts: 630 
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Just replaced both my rear calipers as they where showing signs of drag... did the disks and pads/pins etc at the same time....
2013my 110 with 31K on the clock... So you've done quite well!!! Regards Tim It doesn't matter how bad it is, It can always get worse... 2013 Bowler 110 (Sold) 2016 Bowler 90 Rally Spec (Sold) |
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9th Dec 2016 6:31pm |
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| LR90XS2011 Member Since: 05 Apr 2011 Location: bickenhill Posts: 3674 
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unfortunate thing with defender calipers is the 70s design that does not protect the pistons from the elements like later designs tend to, this along with chromed steel pistons will unfortunately result in a more frequent replacement requirement than more modern designs. Having said that they are comparatively reasonably priced, and if you are so inclined you can fit stainless pistons DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,
I hope everyone is well and your land rovers make you happy |
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9th Dec 2016 7:23pm |
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