Brake caliper rebuild question.

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Mark C. - 27 Jul 2005 05:12 GMT

I'm rebuilding the stock ft calipers in my '69. What's a good lubricant to
use on the seals that's compatible with brake fluid or should I just use
brake fluid itself? It's not a good lubricant.

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Mark C. - 27 Jul 2005 05:25 GMT

A thought just popped into my head. How's about a little silicone grease or
gel?

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> I'm rebuilding the stock ft calipers in my '69. What's a good lubricant to
> use on the seals that's compatible with brake fluid or should I just use
> brake fluid itself? It's not a good lubricant.

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Big Al - 27 Jul 2005 08:21 GMT

>A thought just popped into my head. How's about a little silicone grease or
>gel?

Use brake fluid. No oil, no grease, just brake fluid.

Al

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David M - 28 Jul 2005 00:24 GMT

> A thought just popped into my head. How's about a little silicone grease or
> gel?

No, don't mix anything with brake fluid. Use the brake fluid by itself.

>> I'm rebuilding the stock ft calipers in my '69. What's a good lubricant to
>> use on the seals that's compatible with brake fluid or should I just use
>> brake fluid itself? It's not a good lubricant.

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