30-09-20, 03:00 PM
(30-09-20, 02:38 PM)bigfootpete link Wrote: Ok, after the last independent mechanic told me it was going to be expensive to sort out my stuck pistons (I heard, "I don't want to do it mate").
I gave it a whirl myself - the left side I managed to free up but they are still reluctant to move but they do move.
On the right side they move freely but the problem I have is that I can't get them to stay down. So I put the new brake pads in, but the pistons force them together so I can't put the calliper back on the disc.
Any ideas?
Mate I'm not being funny here, but it appears you're out of your depth here. Things are easy...... when you know how! The internet is full is people (Utube) and this forum offering advice, mostly for the right reasons, e.g. trying to help a follow biker etc. Which is fine, if you've not got sufficient experience and know how, to follow what appears to them simple, it just isn't that simple.
They're many pro mechanics out there who will sort out your calipers. As for cost it really depends on what state they're in and what if any parts need replacing and that is what can make it expensive.
Later