FTE Caliper Rebuild Kit, WTF?

[DRACO A5OG]

Originally Posted by hcoles

I like the sound of this, good thinking. I assume you want the smallest diameter cap where the seal will fit. Do you have a picture handy or maybe take one of the end cap and post? Thanks.

+1 please post a pic. I think the diameter is almost 2" but would love to know for sure.

TIA

[jmh61]

The photo below shows the pipe cap and hand screw I used. The size on the pipe cap says 1 1/4" which I believe is the I.D. of the pipe. The size of the opening or the O.D. of the pipe looks to be 1 5/8". I took the dust cap to the store to get the right size. This size works for my car an 86 Carrera. I like the wood hand screw because it won't mar the metal, but I'm sure you could use a c clamp. Hope this helps.

[DRACO A5OG]

Perfect!

I am re-installing the caps now, all rears have popped off again.

Thanks Brother!

[hcoles]

OK, I see now, I'll try the pipe cap method next time, Thanks.

[redridge]

This method work with me... 2 clamps to keep seal in place, and tap the clip in between the 2 clamps with a piece of wood.... snaps right in.

[DRACO A5OG]

OK trying this method right now:



Will post an update , It was yummy

[DRACO A5OG]

Update:

Gerber Cap is too weak, it gets warped.

Made a SST out of Black PVC 1.5" Connector, Cut out spaces for my Wood Vise.

It seemed to slip on but as soon as I loosen the vise one side pops out. Tried again, with a bit more pressure. BROKE thru the rubber at the connection of the Barbed Wires.

WHAT A POS!!!

[Tsunamiboy]

I do most of my own maintenance and upgrades but when it comes to brake calipers I use Eric at PMB Performance. Awesome restoration complete with original plating.

[DRACO A5OG]

Here is the tool I made, took a break and tried again, it actually worked but will need to do it two inner one again. Thanks FAG ( that's what is says on the boot )

It would have been easier and more accurate if it was off the car, . Live and Learn.

1.50" PVC, used a dremel to cut out the section for the wood clamps:

[rnln]

Only a dust boot clip. This is totally crazy. Why don't they make it so that they can be as easy as the front?

[DRACO A5OG]

Originally Posted by rnln

Only a dust boot clip. This is totally crazy. Why don't they make it so that they can be as easy as the front?

Yeah, RIGHT? WTF FAG?

I was thinking there must be more than just me with this issue and I bet most or even shops that installed these boots probably popped off???

In any case, If I need to service just the boots, I am thinking I can place a slight groove with a dremel around the rim to make the CRAPPY FAG Boot to bit into???

I mean that is all that needs to be in place is a lip to catch those silly barbs, right?

or is there better boots or pistons for the rears out there???