MK2 rake Caliper problem...

[brummypetepie]

Hi all

Ok, need some advice, I think my front n/s caliper is sticking on as it feels like the fronty brake is constantely on at low speeds. When I get out and check the wheel there is always more dust on the one wheel and it the disc/caliper are slightly hotter than the rest. Im 99.99999999% sure that the caliper pistons have either seized or are about to, so does anyone know the best way to resolve this?? I know that I can just change the caliper, but if theres another way, then Ill try that first.

Also, does anyone know where I can get a recon caliper for a MK2? Im in the Birmingham area so picking one up would be great, but I dont mind travelling either.

One final question, I promise, is it a DIY job to change the caliper or are any specialist tools needed??

Thanks

[PW@Woodsport]

you may find its just the caliper slides that have siezed,take the wheel off and see if you can easily lever the pads back on the piston side...then try and move the caliper itself on its slides,if the pistons move but the caliper doesnt then the slides need dismantling and cleaning.If the slides are free and the caliper moves freely then it can only be a piston problem.Theres kits available to rebuild your calipers which will replace all of the seals and dust rubbers but if you find one of the pistons has pitting or corrosion on it then you need a new caliper.

No special tools needed for front calipers.

[Kelvyn]

If it is the slides then take the pins off and polish them up with metal polish, clean the bores that they run in on the caliper using a screwdriver wrapped in a bit of rag soaked in meths, white spirits or even petrol. Just make sure its as clean as you can get it. Lube the pins and bores ideally with a silicone based grease and re-assemble.