Moderators BarManBean Posted March 7, 2013 Moderators Share Posted March 7, 2013 Picked up a set of rear LGT calipers to replace the rear brakes on the OBXT. They are in decent shape with about 100k miles on them. Other than cleaning them up really well and painting them, what else should I try to get done prior to installation? Are there any seals to be replaced or anything like that? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enzo.kz Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 yes it's better to reassemble a caliper using a new caliper repair kit (contains piston rings, dust boots for a pistons) and also check the caliper guide pin w/ dust boot for smooth moving. If they are frozen then reassemble them and change the compound in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted March 11, 2013 Author Moderators Share Posted March 11, 2013 yes it's better to reassemble a caliper using a new caliper repair kit (contains piston rings, dust boots for a pistons) and also check the caliper guide pin w/ dust boot for smooth moving. If they are frozen then reassemble them and change the compound in them. Thx. Do you happen to know where to pick up said kits? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvrick Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Thx. Do you happen to know where to pick up said kits? Your dealer should have them. I picked up mine from fredbeans when I got a set of lgt calipers. Here is what was listed out in my PM's. Front Caliper Piston Seal kit Front pad clips Rear Caliper Piston Seal kit Rear pad clips I'm sure any of the forum vendors that can deal with OEM parts can get them for you. My Outback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yeah, order em from an online dealer for the best price. For a few pennies more, go to your local dealer and they should have a "caliper rebuild kit" -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted March 13, 2013 Author Moderators Share Posted March 13, 2013 Thanks, everyone. Those kits seem to be pretty cheap and I just watched a video on rebuilding calipers and it seems relatively straight forward. Will definitely look into it. Any recommendations for a specific type of oil to use when reassembling the calipers? Standard light machine oil ok for this application? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enzo.kz Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 inside the caliper for lubrication of seals use only brake fluid, outside the caliper for lubrication of guide pin use only special grease (i don't know how it's named, it usually comes with Subaru repair kit, red colored) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rester5350 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I just ordered the caliper repair kit from rock auto. Pn 15155 , I ordered two for $9.33 shipped. My local stealer didn't have any idea what I was talking about when I called to inquire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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