DIY brake caliper restoration | AUTODOC tips

Repairing a brake caliper isn’t expensive and, with the right tools and basic car repair skills, you can do it yourself 👨‍🔧

We decided not just to restore the caliper, but also to paint it an unusual colour.

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🔸 Brake caliper paint — https://www.autodoc.co.uk/car-care/br...
🔸 WD-40 Penetrating oil — https://www.autodoc.co.uk/wd-40/13563...
🔸 Brake / Clutch Cleaner — https://www.autodoc.co.uk/car-care/br...
🔸 Sandpaper of various grit sizes — https://www.autodoc.co.uk/tools/grind...

0:00 — DIY brake caliper restoration
0:21 — Disassembling the caliper and its components and inspecting them for defects
1:56 — Cleaning the caliper body and the bracket
3:12 — Cleaning the mounting seats for the seals, guide pins, and pistons
4:21 — Preparing the caliper for painting
5:29 — Priming and painting
6:16 — Removing the masking tape and paper from the areas covered previously
6:58 — Reassembling the caliper

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Disclaimer:
This video is intended for informational purposes only and does not guarantee achievement of a specific result.

It is recommended that you entrust the installation to highly skilled technicians to ensure the best result.

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