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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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Default Are callipers easy to refurb?

just shot blasted my callipers on my mr2 and ordered an new repair kit (seals, pistons etc) is it easy enough to do? or should i send it to my local garage?
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 06:55 PM
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easy if you feel confident in doing the work
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 06:58 PM
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The act is easy - you pop out the pistons and replace some seals.

BUT

What will you do if the pistons and/or bores are kanckered?

Its often easier just to get a refurb done - these guys are great in my experience

http://www.brakeparts.co.uk/
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 07:09 PM
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Thanks im confident in doing it but likeu say if the pistons etc are fooked......so am i! lol will check the link out now , cheers mate
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