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Re: [T3] Brake problems


> This strikes me as the most likely problem. If these calipers don't have bleed
> valves on the top, then you've got them on the wrong sides. In that case, swap
> them from L to R and things will start looking up.  ;-)
>

Pay attention to the triangular piston retaining plates - they should be on the
bottom (ie leading edge as the wheel rotor goes round.  If they end up on top
the pads wear unevenly.  The single bleed caliper should have this the right
way - if not the piston has rotated, and needs moving to it's correct position.
The twin 'bleed' (really bleed + drain) could be intended for either side.

If they are more recent calipers, they may not have the cut out on the piston
face for the retaining plate at all.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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