DRDIRT11 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 what you guys do rebuild your origional calipers or buy new or rebuilt. i was wondering if anybody on hee has rebuilt calipers? ive done 4 wheeler calipers but never cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Done many calipers, its not that bad but there some special tools required. Air is a must to remove the piston and remember dont try to stop the piston when coming out with your hand that hurts real bad, put a block of wood in there. make sure the bleeder screw comes loose first. after you get the piston out inspect it and the housing very carefully, any pitting its junk. remove all the old seals and Clean everything up and real good. Install the square cut o-ring and install the boot (outer seal) on the piston. useint the old pad press the piston back in with the piston installer tool then put the outer part of the seal on with the seal installing tool. Install all the new o-rings and bushings. all seals HAVE to be installed with silicone lube, some use spray I use paste thin layer does it. Its not that bad depending on how the old ones are. good luck, Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Here is the tools needed to put it back together  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Where u get the tools and parts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 The ones I have I got right from snap on but I think they may be an off brand possably kd I cant remember I've had them for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 i found the tool that presses the piston back in caliper but cant find and dont know what the other tool does? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 it must be the dust seal driver. i havent found one made specifically for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 That is next weeks job for me. I didnt know i needed the tools either. I will have to see if i can get them myself. Â Thanks Steve Good Luck Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 i watched a video of a technician that did it without tools but be good to have. i think can get get by with what i got but i will prolly buy next time snap on is here. i still can find seal driver specifically for calipers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leghome Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Do any of the parts stores in your area have one of those loan a tool programs. You rent the tool for the selling price and when returned you get a full refund. I have used them her in Central Indiana many many times over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 NO WAY NEVER HEARD OF IT! if my wife knew about that i wouldnt get any tools. actually i have did that with a spring compressor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemedic Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 I would think twice about the time, tools and cost of materials to rebuild this low dollar, common stocking item. I just recently purchased from NAPA, 2 GM stamped, remanufactured calipers,(from an American company) black powercoated and 2 year warranty for 34.99 each. Black or silver painted finish calipers were 29.99 each. They were installed with new NAPA Gold premium brake pads, bled and road tested in under 30 minutes. My car stops super straight, and now on a dime. Unless you Monte is a 100% restoration, I don't believe it pays. Is it really worth your time and effort to rebuild ? I think it's great to try to learn something and rebuild various automotive parts, but at what cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Do you have the NAPA part numbers handy for the calipers, can't find them on their site... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemedic Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 I am at work right now and don't have access to it. I will take a look in my reciept file or call the NAPA store I deal with and get it for you. Please give me 24-48 hours to get you the part numbers. CK... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 well it cost me 4.99 to rebuild one caliper. i aready have paint for calipers because i did rear ones. i rebuild calipers at work so time not an issue. i know what i got and i use wagner thermoquiet pads like i want. are those napa calipers rebuilt in us or china? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemedic Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Joe, They are rebuilt in the USA. I would not use any foriegn or Chinese built parts. If you have access to the rebuild parts, tools, time and the proper knowledge or are a professional mechanic, that is absolutely the way to go. For the Monte owner who is not highly trained or does not have have all of the above, or limited time to work on their car, USA rebuilt calipers may be the way to go. CK... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 I have been doing alot of research on made in usa stuff lately. if i cant find what i need i will rebuild. if these companys do indeed rebuild in the usa it is very hard to find out. i bought a caliper for my pickup a while back. there was nothing on it saying where it was done. you would think they would want you to know. i bought a water pump about 6 monthes ago and it was the same way. that was it for me. if you have the time there is plenty of info on the net and im always in for buyin some new tools. prolly the clean up and paint is the worst part. the calipers you bought were definatly worth the money. if my wife found out i spent that much right now id be in the doghouse. she is in nursing school right now and im the only income. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 ck how you doin otherwise? you been workin on your monte? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemedic Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Yes. I will reach out to you over the weekend. Go easy with your money on the parts. Your wife's education comes first. Just think how much faster it will go with 2 incomes for parts !!! Thanks, CK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montemedic Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Ian, here are the NAPA part numbers as you requested. I confirmed the part numbers and price thru my local store that I deal with. They are $29.99 each, not $34.99 as I had said earlier, black powdercoated and also come with a 2 years of free roadside assistance! The part numbers are SE4590 Rightl side and SE4591 Left side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Thats good info to know ck thanks I wrote that down I may do mine this year too but not sure yet depends on the other projects and how far my daughter goes over budget on her wedding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 They show 22.99 at my store, may have to get a set of them this spring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikstudie Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 You dont need the tools,all you need is air and a bottle of assembly fluid,same with wheel cylinders. The trick is getting the dust boot back over the piston. It's a lost art.After you get the dust boot started over the piston with proper lube the piston will slide right in. This is starting to sound like a porno!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 Yea, every shop used to rebuild stuff. You wouldnt believe all the rebuild kits at my bus barn. I askd my buddy who works at midas if he ever rebuilt a caliper. He said no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Joe ask that guy how many rotors they turn any more, most of the new guys dont even really know how to use the rotor lathe, and most wouldnt think of rebuilding anything anymore. Its quicker and easier and more profitable to replace everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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