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Ken B

Member Since: 17 Dec 2013
Location: Essex
Posts: 106

Brake Overhaul

Hi All,

So did some routine checks on the defender today and the front pads were knackered, Badly worn however on one side much more than the other!

So i have take the calipers off as had real struggle pushing back the pistons. Can these be serviced ? what is the best approach as at the moment the pistons barely want to move!

Click image to enlarge Defender 90 TD5 County -
You need only two tools in life: WD-40 and duct tape.
If it doesnt move and it should: WD-40.
If it moves and shouldnt: duct tape it.

4th May 2015 5:12pm

munch90

Member Since: 26 Oct 2013
Location: guildford
Posts: 3558

Pistons rusty ?

If the pistons are rusty and you get them back in
1 , good chance they leak because rust will damage seal
2, your getbrake bind on the tight caliper hence why one side is worn more then other
3, brakes will not work as well as they should

time to rebuild calipers with new seals and pistons ( could fit stainless pistons )

buy new calipers

4th May 2015 5:30pm

Ken B

Member Since: 17 Dec 2013
Location: Essex
Posts: 106

Hey Munch, there is the odd bit of marking on the pistons but they are stiff as

at the moment and really don't want to push back so next i guess is to pull apart and inspect.

any ideas on where to find stainless pistons ? Defender 90 TD5 County -
You need only two tools in life: WD-40 and duct tape.
If it doesnt move and it should: WD-40.
If it moves and shouldnt: duct tape it.

4th May 2015 5:47pm

munch90

Member Since: 26 Oct 2013
Location: guildford
Posts: 3558

Better not to push them back , as you say

You get stainless ones on ebay

eBay Item No. 390223310260

Dont know if there the right ones , just to give you idea

4th May 2015 5:56pm

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