My O2 Zen Life

• Mar. 25, 2006 - Brake rebuild progress

 

The brake rebuild is coming along, slowly.  Have replaced/repaired the right rear, now to the left.  The front calipers have been replaced and I have some nice new PBR metalmaster shoes to put in there.  Here are some photos of the progress.

 

 

Here's the new (rebuilt) left front caliper.  I'm also going to replace those shoes in there.  The old ones aren't bad its just that they are unevenly worn due to the improper operation of the old calipers.  I got these for $80 a piece from Matt Groner which is a very good price (check for yourself!).

 

 

 

The left-rear brakes before repair

 

 

 

The left-rear brakes after repair

 

 

 

The new cylinder for comparison.  CLEAN!

 

 

 

A picture of the new steel braided brake liine.  The rear flexible brake lines are very hard to get to.

 

 

 

I received my new master cylinder as well from BMP Design.  They had a great price ($100).  You've got to shop around.  I've noticed that some suppliers have good prices on one item, and then they are way too high on another.  Fortunately, there are choices out there.  You also have to consider the costs of shipping.  If you can find a piece locally, that's usually the way to go.

 

More on the progress of the brake rebuild in my next post

 

 

Login to comment :: Send to a Friend!

About Me

Five or so years ago I bought an old BMW 2002. I have spent the past few years bringing this old car back to life. It is way past any kind of a 'budget' but I won't give until she is a reliable, fun car to drive. It turns out I'm having a lot of fun in the process! post script: Restoration completed, Dec-2007

Links

Home
View my profile
Archives
Friends
Email Me


Roadfly Home
Blog Home
Get Your Own Blog
Contact Blog Admin

Houston Chapter BMW-CCA
BMW 2002 FAQ Forum
Roadfly 2002 Message Board
2002 Registry

Friends

Entry 31 of 39
Last Page | Next Page