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Smokey
15-10-10, 06:13 PM
Ross, I think, correctly diagnosed that the rear brake was seized.

When I come to a crawl I can hear ascraping noise from the brakes, made louder when I apply the brakes.

Apparently a common problem, so is it an easy fix?
KevG
15-10-10, 06:15 PM
Yeah, replace the caliper, what side is it?
Smokey
15-10-10, 06:27 PM
driver side
KevG
15-10-10, 06:31 PM
Think I have a spare O/S/R caliper.
Smokey
15-10-10, 06:48 PM
:angel:
peterzs
15-10-10, 06:53 PM
I had the same problem, ended up with new rear disks and pads, fitter said the sliders were rusted up. Had to beat them with a hammer to free them off.

Suppose I should have a look and see if they are still OK, but its just got through its MOT so hopefully they are still working.

:yes::yes::yes:
Smokey
15-10-10, 06:56 PM
Am hoping that's the only issue! Think I need a kev visit to give it the all clear lol!!
Maxfly
15-10-10, 07:17 PM
strip down and clean the sliders and pins etc..might be all it needs:)
Smokey
15-10-10, 07:23 PM
Might be beyond my expertise. Not got the correct tools and always worry I mess it up!

Plus need to get my damn locking nuts off!!
Maxfly
15-10-10, 07:26 PM
Might be beyond my expertise. Not got the correct tools and always worry I mess it up!

Plus need to get my damn locking nuts off!!

lol fair do's, once you watch it once you will manage it yerself no bother asonce you have the wheels aff 2 bolts and calipers aff another 2 and off comes the carrier:)

No luck getting a replacement key for the nuts?:)
Smokey
15-10-10, 07:28 PM
Not so far. Seem to be all star shaped ones :sad:
Maxfly
15-10-10, 07:33 PM
Not so far. Seem to be all star shaped ones :sad:
post a pic up of what they look like, never know someone might just have the right key for ye:) if not either the welding idea or hammering on a smaller socket that others suggested would be best bet i think:)
KevG
15-10-10, 07:51 PM
Blair could you bring the car down to mine next weekend?
Smokey
15-10-10, 07:52 PM
Yeah. Still to get a smaller socket for it. Will post a pic tomorrow in the light of day.
Smokey
15-10-10, 08:12 PM
Blair could you bring the car down to mine next weekend?

Sadly no, I'm home alone with the kids. Although Grimmy may be coming through to get the interior, could join him? Free lunch included :D
KevG
15-10-10, 08:28 PM
Will need to bring tools then and a large lump hammer.
Smokey
15-10-10, 08:31 PM
Sounds like a plan forming... Would be good to get the boggles sorted before November track day.

Am ordering some bucket seats tomorrow so will need to see if Ross has subframes for sale.
grimmy
15-10-10, 10:02 PM
Could it maybe the handbrake sticking I would jack
It up and give the caliper a quick hit and see if it frees up
a bit
Smokey
16-10-10, 09:00 AM
It could be as I can hear a similar noise on applying the handbrake