Disc brake questions.

Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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I really think the problem is that the calipers simply do not
consitantly return to the same spot when the lever is released.

Sorry, I meant the pistons, not calipers.

I think you're right. I have had the best luck sometimes simply removing
the little 'spring' that keeps the pads apart, bending it slightly, then
reinstalling the pads. I don't even need to touch the pistons yet the
wheel runs smoothly.

BTW do you know if you can easily purchase replacements for those little
spring things that the pads slot into?

Neil <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Quoted message said:

I really think the problem is that the calipers simply do not
consitantly return to the same spot when the lever is released.

Sorry, I meant the pistons, not calipers.

I think you're right. I have had the best luck sometimes simply
removing the little 'spring' that keeps the pads apart, bending it
slightly, then reinstalling the pads. I don't even need to touch the
pistons yet the wheel runs smoothly.

Interesting, never tried that. I assume you bent it apart rather then
pusing it together?

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BTW do you know if you can easily purchase replacements for those
little spring things that the pads slot into?

It just comes with the pads AFAIK.

Neil said:

Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Brett Jaffee <[email hidden]> wrote in
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Quoted message said:

I really think the problem is that the calipers simply do not
consitantly return to the same spot when the lever is released.

Sorry, I meant the pistons, not calipers.

I think you're right. I have had the best luck sometimes simply removing
the little 'spring' that keeps the pads apart, bending it slightly, then
reinstalling the pads. I don't even need to touch the pistons yet the
wheel runs smoothly.

BTW do you know if you can easily purchase replacements for those little
spring things that the pads slot into?

I believe that Avid is including the springs for their mechanical discs,
if you buy their pads.

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Craig Brossman, Durango Colorado
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