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D13 · 03-15-2009, 07:49 AM

I know this has been asked a billion times but the"google" search doesn't find it. And it's been 20 years since I did the brakes on this generation.

87 1/2 ton with the 1.25" rotors (diesel). I have new hardware and pads to put in, calipers themselves seem OK. Looking at the system, I lube between the pin and sleeve, right? And NOT with anitsieze or any oil based, right? 'Cause the PO used both

and didn't replace the rusted pins ($8 each at NAPA!) and the o-rings swelled and siezed the calipers

. Didn't help they undercoated it everywhere including the suspension and brakes (took wire brush and 3 cans cleaner to fix that...).

Anyone have a preferred lube? Or is the over-the-counter plastic pouch stuff (Castrol I think?) at Murray's just fine?

James McClure · 03-15-2009, 10:00 AM

D13. I use the GM pouch grease I have saved over the years. Any GM mechanic will have a few pouches in his box. Short of that use some Kent K44 silicone grease brush in can stuff. NAPA should have silicone grease available. If your doing a complete brake system overhaul consider DOT 5 silicone fluid also. You'll have better pedal feel and brake performance as well as silicone fluid is a better lubricant of brake parts. Silicone fluid won't hurt paint either and doesn't absorb water like DOT 3 does. jim

**old Rusty C10** · 03-15-2009, 10:15 AM

most of the auto parts chains have it for sale either in pouches or squeeze bottles

74 C-30 · 03-15-2009, 03:00 PM

i just use a can of spray silicone lube, pull the boot back a bit, hose it down, then work the caliper back and forth to work it in

03-15-2009, 07:49 AM	#1
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Brake caliper lube - I miss search! I know this has been asked a billion times but the"google" search doesn't find it. And it's been 20 years since I did the brakes on this generation. 87 1/2 ton with the 1.25" rotors (diesel). I have new hardware and pads to put in, calipers themselves seem OK. Looking at the system, I lube between the pin and sleeve, right? And NOT with anitsieze or any oil based, right? 'Cause the PO used both and didn't replace the rusted pins ($8 each at NAPA!) and the o-rings swelled and siezed the calipers. Didn't help they undercoated it everywhere including the suspension and brakes (took wire brush and 3 cans cleaner to fix that...). Anyone have a preferred lube? Or is the over-the-counter plastic pouch stuff (Castrol I think?) at Murray's just fine? __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors Last edited by D13; 03-15-2009 at 07:51 AM.

03-15-2009, 10:00 AM	#2
James McClure One shot, one kill. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saratoga Springs NY Posts: 859	Re: Brake caliper lube - I miss search! D13. I use the GM pouch grease I have saved over the years. Any GM mechanic will have a few pouches in his box. Short of that use some Kent K44 silicone grease brush in can stuff. NAPA should have silicone grease available. If your doing a complete brake system overhaul consider DOT 5 silicone fluid also. You'll have better pedal feel and brake performance as well as silicone fluid is a better lubricant of brake parts. Silicone fluid won't hurt paint either and doesn't absorb water like DOT 3 does. jim __________________ 1984 K20 350M engine with 465,000 miles. Well, it's finally done!! Almost 2 years of work, but it was really worth the effort. Little stuff left to do is mount winch, wet sand & buff out and build belly pan\running boards. Body work takes lots and LOTS of beer!!!! God, Guts and Guns made America and God, Guts and Guns will preserve it! The worst thing you could do is get into my sights, but that don't matter, you'll never know it, cause you'll never hear the shotJim or Paladin whichever you choose.

03-15-2009, 10:15 AM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: Brake caliper lube - I miss search! most of the auto parts chains have it for sale either in pouches or squeeze bottles __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

03-15-2009, 03:00 PM	#4
74 C-30 Dually Pride Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NH Posts: 540	Re: Brake caliper lube - I miss search! i just use a can of spray silicone lube, pull the boot back a bit, hose it down, then work the caliper back and forth to work it in __________________ If I have to explain, you wouldn't understand. '74 Chevy C-30 350/4 speed/dually '94 Ford Ranger

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