SiberianPatrol
30th August 2015, 11:49 PM
I was told by my mechanic that I need a front caliper rebuild (both sides) on my 99 GU and figured I'd save some coin and do it myself as I've done brake jobs many times before. I ordered a good aftermarket lot (Seiken) and it all seems pretty straightforward.
Kit has 4 piston seals, 4 boots, 4 pin boots, 2 bushings, 2 bleeder caps and 2 kinds of grease - red and orange.
The thing that is throwing me is the 2 different kinds of grease. They are different consistencies but nothing is stated in the instructions other than to "apply special grease to the entire surface of the piston seal prior to assembly".
Does this mean both kinds of grease for both pistons on each caliper or what? Also any other tips on rebuilding the calipers would be appreciated.
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1999 GU RD28Ti turbo diesel; manual transmission; 33" Khumo mudders; ... more mods on the way ;)
Kit has 4 piston seals, 4 boots, 4 pin boots, 2 bushings, 2 bleeder caps and 2 kinds of grease - red and orange.
The thing that is throwing me is the 2 different kinds of grease. They are different consistencies but nothing is stated in the instructions other than to "apply special grease to the entire surface of the piston seal prior to assembly".
Does this mean both kinds of grease for both pistons on each caliper or what? Also any other tips on rebuilding the calipers would be appreciated.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2015/08/365.jpg
1999 GU RD28Ti turbo diesel; manual transmission; 33" Khumo mudders; ... more mods on the way ;)