Break calipers
Submitted by Livewire on Sun, 2018-01-28 15:30
Doing the old trailer maintenance again befor a run down south. The hydrastar breaks on my trailer have never been that great. Done this type of service befor but this time I think I'll get the calipers rebuilt. In an effort too stop a grabbing problem . The breaks come on ok but don't release enuff. I think the seals are shot. Anyone recommend me somebody. I'm in the freo area. Thanks.
bouttime
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Been through the same
Been through the same process a few years ago. Depending on the brand you have i just replaced them with new ones at about $80 each for the Alko brand
Vinesh87
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Hey mate where did you get
Hey mate where did you get the Alkos for $80? Normally about $130. Im gonna start changing mine 2 a year!
holth
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Fremantle trailers if you
Fremantle trailers if you want someone to do it or martins trailer parts if your doing it yourself.
Livewire
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Alko calipers
Cheers boutime. Probably a better option then a rebuild. Where did you get them from? Did you have any problems with the thickness of the new break pads getting over the disc?
naylor_1
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I just did mine today, got
I just did mine today, got all the parts from Martins trailer parts.
I replaced the hubs and pads and had no problems getting them back on
bouttime
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did them in Sydney but any
did them in Sydney but any trailer place will sell them. this fit over very easy, bleed em and good to go
Vinesh87
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If they are not releasing
If they are not releasing its probably the pistons.Had to pull all mine apart clean and put back together been good for the last 18 months since!
I did them myself but agree freo trailers ia the place to go!
Livewire
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Date Joined: 25/11/16
Cheers guys
I'll head too freo trailers tomorrow see what the prices are like. It's a rush job as always, next job service the outboard! Thanks for the help.
Prego
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Date Joined: 03/06/09
Take the calipers to Brakes West in Myaree
Terry will service them and you'll be good for another year