Brake Caliper overhaul - lube required??

[nickr]

I'm just replacing the pistons and seals in my front calipers and was keen to get it done tonight.

Defender workshop manual refers to using Brake Lubricant when reassembling so I went to get some today and couldn't get any in the 3 local shops / motor factors.

Haynes manual etc just states to coat the seals in brake fluid before re-assembly.

Am I just being a bit to fussy ... or is there genunie benefit for using the proper lubricant.

Thanks

Nick

[Les Henson]

Use the same brake fluid as you are using in the braking system. Meths to clean and brake fluid to reassemble.

Les.

[101nut]

Use the same brake fluid as you are using in the braking system. Meths to clean and brake fluid to reassemble.

Les.

Don't know particularly about brake seals but I tend to stay clear of IMS ('meths') on rubber goods as it can degrade some and make others swell. (this is getting worse ... )

AndyG

[nickr]

Thanks Chaps thats confirmed for me, I'll used brake fluid..

I think when Les mentioned Meths, he is refering to the cleaning the calipers bores only, not the seals... then a nice dry out.

Thanks once again..... off out to the garage.

Nick