XT disc Question
01-19-04, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Wilson10
How do I lube my pistons? Only one side seems to be operating properly.
I believe the mineral oil is supposed to lubricate them.
01-19-04, 08:01 PM
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I saw some XT discs at an online retailer for 65 bucks!! I was so close to snatching them up even though they are a Shimano product.
01-19-04, 09:41 PM
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I saw some XT discs at an online retailer for 65 bucks!! I was so close to snatching them up even though they are a Shimano product.
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They only have the front brake on sale for 65, and it doesn't include a hose. But I'm sure you can find the rear XT disc brake for 100 bucks or less somewhere online.
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DON'T LUBRICATE THE PISTONS!
You'll contaminate the pads and render your brakes useless!
The DOT or Mineral Oil does in fact lubricate as it works.
With many disc brakes, only one side moves anyways. The outside piston is the one that moves, The inside one is fixed and the outside piston pushes the rotor in toward the fixed one.
You'll contaminate the pads and render your brakes useless!
The DOT or Mineral Oil does in fact lubricate as it works.
With many disc brakes, only one side moves anyways. The outside piston is the one that moves, The inside one is fixed and the outside piston pushes the rotor in toward the fixed one.
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Ok, but in my case the inside pistons on the inside are the ones moving. thoughts? should i just leave it be
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Front brake?
Probably, I was thinking (picturing in my head) my rear Hayes brake. Anyways, only one moves!
I'd just leave it.
If you're having problems with stopping power, I'd first replace the pads. I use EBC Gold pads and it completely improved my braking performance.
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Probably, I was thinking (picturing in my head) my rear Hayes brake. Anyways, only one moves!
I'd just leave it.
If you're having problems with stopping power, I'd first replace the pads. I use EBC Gold pads and it completely improved my braking performance.
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Originally Posted by Wilson10
How do I lube my pistons? Only one side seems to be operating properly.
I tried everything to get my pistons to work, but ultimately, it was just a waste of time.
Curiously, I spoke with both Shimano USA and Shimano Canada. Shimano USA said to lube the pistons, but didn't specify what lube. This was also written-up on Velonews.com. However, Shimano Canada advised against lubing since it will attract dirt. But, they did say, if you are going to lube, use Shimano Mineral Oil, which is in the system, and not TriFlow, etc. So, if you do lube, make sure you clean-up any excess. Shimano Canada also recommended thoroughly cleaning the pistons with White Lightening Clean Streak.
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01-20-04, 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by a2psyklnut
DON'T LUBRICATE THE PISTONS!
You'll contaminate the pads and render your brakes useless!
The DOT or Mineral Oil does in fact lubricate as it works.
With many disc brakes, only one side moves anyways. The outside piston is the one that moves, The inside one is fixed and the outside piston pushes the rotor in toward the fixed one.
You'll contaminate the pads and render your brakes useless!
The DOT or Mineral Oil does in fact lubricate as it works.
With many disc brakes, only one side moves anyways. The outside piston is the one that moves, The inside one is fixed and the outside piston pushes the rotor in toward the fixed one.
Yes, if you aren't careful, you can get fluid on your pads when lubing the pistons. So, I'd recommend removing the wheel and pads and then gently extending the pistons by gently pulling the lever. Don't pull too hard, too fast or too hard because the pistons can pop-out.
Actually, very few, if any, are single-piston. Most brakes are now dual piston. The older Magura Louise were single-piston, but are now dual.
Ride Hard,
Mike B.
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