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DSC808

DSC808

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Stupid question: Was trying to swap pads and it seemed like the pistons were slightly out and I couldn't get the new pads in. The backing came off and I figured I should stop there and put the old pads back in. Is there a setting in VCDS that retracts the pistons all the way? Only thing I find is for the rear brake retraction.
 
scrllock

scrllock

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DSC808 said:
Stupid question: Was trying to swap pads and it seemed like the pistons were slightly out and I couldn't get the new pads in. The backing came off and I figured I should stop there and put the old pads back in. Is there a setting in VCDS that retracts the pistons all the way? Only thing I find is for the rear brake retraction.
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No, you need to use a piston spreader. I use a knockoff version of this:

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-29100-Quick-Quad-Spreader/dp/B005GLQCKA
 
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PatMc

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DSC808 said:
Stupid question: Was trying to swap pads and it seemed like the pistons were slightly out and I couldn't get the new pads in. The backing came off and I figured I should stop there and put the old pads back in. Is there a setting in VCDS that retracts the pistons all the way? Only thing I find is for the rear brake retraction.
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I just pull the old pad out the top, turn it 90° and stick it back in halfway over the pistons and use it a prybar to push the pistons back....do one pad at a time, then install the new pad and do the other pad.
 
GTIfan99

GTIfan99

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PatMc said:
I just pull the old pad out the top, turn it 90° and stick it back in halfway over the pistons and use it a prybar to push the pistons back....do one pad at a time, then install the new pad and do the other pad.
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This is what I do also. Don't need no fancy spreader.

I actually want a spreader, I've just never got around to buying one.
 
Bryans12v

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Anyone else have issues with the DB-45HT silicone dust boots not seating on the outer dia? Cleaned really well, they just pop right out.

Video for reference:

The standard black rubber ones seem to fit fine. But these are only lasting about 6 months or so before drying up ans cracking, even with the RRG. Was really hoping silicone would get me through a year but cant get them to fit properly.

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PatMc

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Bryans12v said:
Anyone else have issues with the DB-45HT silicone dust boots not seating on the outer dia? Cleaned really well, they just pop right out.

Video for reference:

The standard black rubber ones seem to fit fine. But these are only lasting about 6 months or so before drying up ans cracking, even with the RRG. Was really hoping silicone would get me through a year but cant get them to fit properly.

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Have you considered running a titanium heat shield shim between the pads and the pistons? Let me know if you'd like to try it
 
Bryans12v

Bryans12v

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PatMc said:
Have you considered running a titanium heat shield shim between the pads and the pistons? Let me know if you'd like to try it
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Ive been running titanium shims since ive installed these calipers. Considering trying the pyroclast shims offered by evo corsa. The car is not a daily and only track car and im not nice to the brakes. Lol
 
nono0044

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