brake caliper rebuild

[dromano]

has anyone rebuilt their calipers? If you have where did you get the rebuild kits?

[vkykam]

Rebuild kits are available from the dealer, as well as aftermarket parts.

I attempted to rebuild mine, but after tearing into it, the pistons were pretty rusted and corroded, so it didn't solve the problem completely after I put in the new seals.

Just before the meet, I had them rebuilt by a local shop for $45CDN ($30USD) for each front caliper.

VK

[dromano]

thanks VK. When I put on the ART front rotors I could see the caliper pistons were in ugly condition just like you described.

David

[vkykam]

I think the trick is to find a local rebuilder that's reasonable on $$$. I checked, and the online retailers wanted way more, even after core. If you're on good terms with a private mechanic, find out where they get their calipers rebuilt, and that'll probably save you some coin.

VK

[dromano]

can get front rebuilt calipers for $80 each, since Subaru pistons are $37 each, think I'll go with the rebuilt calipers. Anyone have experience with rebuilt calipers from Phil's Inc Automotive Warehouse? AKA: Ceramic Friction.

[1994SubaruSVX]

I think they are charging me $249.99 for the front and $149.99 for the rear.

[vkykam]

Yikes, with all the prices you guys are paying, I should start a little caliper rebuilding business...

I can probably buy used calipers and have them rebuilt for less than $80, and still have a core left over for the next rebuild.

It must be the 3rd world country wages we make here compared to the US...

VK

[dromano]

My challenge is location. I'm 85 miles from Portland, OR. Most everything is there, I only go there 3 times a year if necessary. I really rely on the internet to shop for stuff & UPS comes by 5 days each week. The nearest parts store is 25 miles.