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Old Nov 27, 2009 | 03:00 PM
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Hey im after rear brake calipers (kits) for my 86 camaro can anyone tell me a decent place to get them, even 2nd hand? in uk, thanks, Amy
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 07:29 PM
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i picked up a set of mine from a local parts store. you could try to find a store that might be able to order you some. i can advise though, installing the parking brake cable and assembly to them is rather difficult. i had 2 driver side calipers fly apart on my while i was working with them. i suggest having someone install them professionally.
 
Old Nov 29, 2009 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by microkid
i picked up a set of mine from a local parts store. you could try to find a store that might be able to order you some. i can advise though, installing the parking brake cable and assembly to them is rather difficult. i had 2 driver side calipers fly apart on my while i was working with them. i suggest having someone install them professionally.
What's so difficult about it? I've done mine on a couple occasions and never had a problem...
 
Old Nov 30, 2009 | 07:21 PM
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i kept having the piston and spring flying out, which would damage the piston seal. then the seal on the back of the caliper went bad after i replaced the front lip seal.
 
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Originally Posted by microkid
i kept having the piston and spring flying out, which would damage the piston seal. then the seal on the back of the caliper went bad after i replaced the front lip seal.
Huh. I never had a problem. The piston shouldn't fly out until it's at full travel, it works on a screw principal because of the Ebrake system.
 
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