[DeTomaso] Front Caliper Rebuild

[Asa Jay Laughton]

Some video of actual front caliper rebuilds can be seen here:
http://www.poca.com/index.php/pub/tech/65-chassis/214-stock-front-caliper-rebuild

It's far easier to put the pistons in first, after you put the o-ring  
in the housing (not on the piston)

Then install the dust boot.  The retaining ring goes on the housing  
(not the piston), holding the outside edge.  The groove in the piston  
holds the boot at the piston.  This allows the boot to flex and keep  
out dust/dirt while the piston moves.

The video may help.
Asa Jay


Quoting Tipo874 at aol.com:

> I'm currently rebuilding a pair of front calipers, and not  sure of the
> correct way to install the dust boots.  First, is it correct  (or easier) to
> put the boots and retaining rings on before you reinstall the    
> pistons?  Also,
> I seem to remember the retainers going on the  outside of the piston when
> disassembling, but logic tells me fitting them in the  groove would be more
> secure.  Any guidance would be most  appreciated.
> Thanks,
> Bob R. #3810, still drying out in NY
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