As for the slide pins, bearing grease works well, but by itself will degrade the boots faster than normal use. So you can clean and re-grease now, or next time you make pads buy new boots because they’re cheap.
What grease do you put on the caliper bolts?
Permatex Ultra Disc Brake Caliper Lubricant is a green synthetic lubricant that will not melt. It is formulated to lubricate under the most adverse braking conditions, ensuring metal-to-metal contact surfaces remain lubricated throughout the life of the pad. For use on caliper pins, fasteners and backing of brake pads.
Can you use all-purpose grease on the caliper bolts?
When lubricating the front caliper pins (mounting bolts and bushings) and rubber bushings, be sure to use grease specially made for disc brakes that contains silicone. The FSM recommends silicone grease. … Well, this fat does not work !!
What grease is used for brake pins?
Our pick for best caliper grease is Mission Automotive Dielectric Grease/Silicone Paste/Waterproof Marine Grease. Waterproof and sealed, it protects various components including caliper pins. A more economical option is Permatex Ultra disc brake lubricant.
Can you use normal grease for the caliper bolts?
Do not lubricate guide pins: Floating caliper guide pins should be cleaned in solvent and re-greased. Grease is subject to extreme heat and pressure, so always use caliper specific grease.
What grease do you put on the caliper bolts?
Permatex Ultra Disc Brake Caliper Lubricant is a green synthetic lubricant that will not melt. It is formulated to lubricate under the most adverse braking conditions, ensuring metal-to-metal contact surfaces remain lubricated throughout the life of the pad. For use on caliper pins, fasteners and backing of brake pads.
Can you use normal grease for the caliper bolts?
Do not lubricate guide pins: Floating caliper guide pins should be cleaned in solvent and re-greased. Grease is subject to extreme heat and pressure, so always use caliper specific grease.
Can I use regular grease for the brake pins?
Can I use regular brake grease? For this reason, conventional all-purpose chassis grease should never be used to lubricate brake components. It won’t last. A specially formulated high temperature brake grease is required that can withstand heat and will not damage rubber seals or plastic bushings.
Did you grease the brake pins?
Before reinstalling the caliper guide pins into the caliper body, they must be properly lubricated. However, remember that it is always best to read your vehicle’s service manual before attempting this type of work. You will need high temperature grease.
Can I use regular grease for the brake pins?
Can I use regular brake grease? For this reason, conventional all-purpose chassis grease should never be used to lubricate brake components. It won’t last. A specially formulated high temperature brake grease is required that can withstand heat and will not damage rubber seals or plastic bushings.