Alan,
However the calliper is cast iron and can corrode as wel to the point
that the SS-piston will stick.
Kees Oudesluijs
Alan Seigrist schreef:
> Kees -
>
> You're right about the corrosion, but George bought SS pistons so it
> shouldn't be an issue. The old chrome plated ones would go, but the
> SS ones are much better.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Sun, Sep 27, 2009 at 3:34 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs@chello.nl
> <mailto:coudesluijs@chello.nl>> wrote:
>
> When assembling brake cilinders or callipers use the special
> lubricant only. If you use brake fluid this will also remain on
> the exposed outside parts which can cause future corrosion.
> I always use Ate. But Girling, Lockheed and others all have their
> own version. One tube will last you forever. I think I have used
> the same tube for over 40 years. The same stuff is still
> available. It has the consistency of liquid soap.
> Also check that you have the right seals. If these are slightly
> oversized (wrong kit?) they will get damaged.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
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