Caliper Seals

[Mike Heynes]

Anyone know which Ford model the front calipers for a 94 5.0L come from.

I need new seals because the nearside front brake is binding and I've tried disassembling the caliper and cleaning it etc. The caliper itself is in good condition including the piston and cylinder, so I'm concluding that the seal has swollen and is restricting the piston movement. I'm making the assumption at present that it's not a problem with the hydraulics as it's only one wheel which is affected.

If anyone knows of any dealers who can supply seals via post I'd appreciate it.

Mike
'94 Chimaera 4.0HC (with 5.0 brakes)

[poorpeet]

Last time I checked there wasn't a rebuild kit available. I tried half a dozen motor factors & they all said the same. The calipers are not that expensive IIRC & so the labour charge to rebuild comes to more than the replacement cost.

[Mike Heynes]

For the record I got front brake seals from Brakes International www.brakesint.co.uk . Part number BCK6003 £12.17 + VAT. Includes the floating rubber bushes, silicon grease and bleed nipple cover.

Calipers are also a good price at £36.64 + VAT. Part Nos. BCB0886 & 7

Mike