ENGINETIC 700 Hydraulic Brakes

[cOw]

I have just bought a setup for my kart, however one of the pistons leaks. I think I need a new seal, but how would I fix this?

Thanks

 

[Doc Sprocket]

... With a new seal...

Okay- More detail? Use either hydraulic pressure (or better yet, air) to blow (gently) the piston out of the bore. Clean up, replace seal, lube with brake fluid, reassemble, bleed brakes.

 

[cOw]

Sounds good to me. The guy that I bought them from gave me a new O Ring, which I believe acts as a seal for one of the caliper pistons

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Tip: After removing the caliper and brake line, place a folded towel or shop rag between the piston and caliper. Use a blow gun from your compressor where the brake line went, and in very short bursts, blow the piston out. The rag will prevent damage from the piston smacking against the far side of the caliper.

 

[cOw]

The caliper I have actually comes apart into two pieces, one pad one each side. It sounds like your tip wouldn't have that happening? Is this ok?

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Whatever- the principle is till the same- use some sort of padding to keep the piston from flying uncontrollably and possibly striking something, and use compressed air to move it out.

 

[cOw]

Awesome, thanks for the help

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Anytime! And welcome to the forum!

 

[OzFab]

A towel or rag also helps to prevent brake fluid from flying everywhere; it ruins paint & burns your eyes