Re: Re: Should I replace the caliper?

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Rob S wrote:

>
> OK thanks everyone. Statistically I risk killing myself every time I
> step in the shower. I must admit I was looking for a little more
> information.
>
> In other words, can the piston crack? Seize in the caliper? I'm
> genuinely curious here and I'm not belittling the issue.
>
> Rob S.
>

pistons seize all the time, it generally causes
side pulling when using the brakes.

yes, they can fracture/split open also but usually
they will leak 1st..

boots fray and rip.

you basicly put many 100's of lbs. of pressure on wheel
cyl./pistons to stop every time you apply the brakes.

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