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• Uneven Brake pad wear
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Erlandson
  Sun, 19 Feb 2006 19:22:37 -0500
  ...The calipers are newish Girling ones that I installed last spring, and the slider pins (?? what are those things called ??) on the calipers seemed...
• Re: Sticky brakes
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 25 Jun 2016 11:49:07 -0700
  ...It (they) can be professionally rebuilt, or buy two new calipers (it's always best to replace in pairs IMHO). Here is a rebuilder...
• Re: Help stuck caliper slide pin
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 1 Apr 2009 16:43:56 -0700
  ...There were some ATE calipers also fitted around 89 but these use a different carrier mated to them. Since the guide pins are what...
• Re: Question about vanagon front disc brakes
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sun, 17 Dec 2017 08:05:01 -0800
  ...Mark den jolliffe wrote: > Is there a definitive answer to what years or models of Vanagon had Girling front calipers... > Is the caliper carrier...
• Re: Am I the only one that 'checks out' every vanagon I pass?(Friday)
  Historical mailing list - John P. Flaherty
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 21:55:31 -0500
  Bob, you SOB. I almost got killed on the way home. Gimme back my calipers!
• Re: brake shims
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Sat, 6 Oct 2001 05:47:32 -0700
  ...The picture on page 183 shows my calipers. Pat
• Re: Good Used Parts-'87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 12 Aug 2003 07:01:00 -0400
  ...Easy to do if you know the tricks. >>> Eric >>> >>>Koontz, Mark wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>>>I'm looking for a [good] used set of front brake calipers...
• Re: ATE Brake Calipers, NEW $99
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 30 Oct 2005 20:39:42 -0800
  ...OK, since these were on my 1989 European spec Syncro 16, there are more odd things than calipers. I just noticed they were different...
• New vs. reman calipers (was front turn lenses '72 bus)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Apr 1996 01:40:26 -0400
  ...front calipers for '71 Bus I had a reman caliper fail just a month or so beyond the one year warranty. A piece of...
• Differences of early/late caliper mounts
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 13 Feb 2001 17:03:04 +1200
  ...Part of a message from German member Raimund Feussner (talking about adaptor kits for Porsche brakes): >The old calipers don�t fit onto newer...
• Re: How to spend $500 dealer credit in 40 days?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:26:36 -0500
  ...master cylinder, clutch slave and master, brake slaves rear, front rotors, calipers. These all go bad after 100 k miles and eventually need replaced...
• Re: Same brakes fit 2WD & Syncro knuckles?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 11 Oct 2007 21:57:08 +1300
  >On 10/10/07, Andrew Grebneff <andrew.grebneff@stonebow.otago.ac.nz> wrote: >> >> Are 1986-and-later brake discs & calipers interchangable between 2WD >> vans...
• Re: Caliper resetting pliers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 18:19:46 -0600
  ...And they've ever heard of > being able > to > > install new pads without removing the calipers from the rotor. > > > > I got the job done...
• Re: Rotor swappin help needed !
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 16:26:10 -0700
  But what if you replace the calipers also? Is the mounting the same for the calipers? Z --- mark drillock <drillock@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote: > No...
• Re: Big brake conversion
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 8 Jul 2009 08:07:52 -0700
  I redid the calipers on my Unimog - circa 300 EUR for the front calipers (two per disc) and circa 1300 EUR for the rear...
• Re: How do I determine the brand of my calipers?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 06:08:52 -0600
  ...On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 4:05 PM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm wanting to rebuild the front calipers...
• girling calipers 54 vs. 60
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 4 Jun 2009 04:30:13 -0700
  Does anyone know if the hanger mounting holes for Girling 54s and Girling 60s are the same? 54s are single piston and 60s are...
• Re: Girling vs ATE Calipers
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:17:32 -0800
  ...On the very different 86-91 calipers, it would be more rare for them to be ATE but there are some. Most are Girling...
• Need Front Brake Caliper Spacing
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:33:17 -0700
  Hello Folks, I was checking through the archives where there is plenty of discussions about putting Audi dual piston calipers on. However, I could...
• Re: How to tell L from R brake calipers - 77 Westy ATEs
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:04:34 -0700
  Often all that makes the calipers left or right is the bleeder valve position. Air rises in the fluid, so to remove trapped air...
• How far apart are caliper mounting holes?
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 00:32:48 EST
  ...I have some Girling calipers from another make of vehicle which has a substantially larger piston. I was hoping to bolt these directly onto...
• Re: Brake caliper question
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 11:34:46 -0800
  ...How do you test calipers or proper function in both > directions. I can't afford to replace both calipers and hope thats the > fix...
• Re: rear discs
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 17:02:55 +1300
  ...I had a clearance problem with the suby calipers and audi front >vented rotors ( I tried though) I am also running the Audi 5000T...
• Re: Sticking front calipers
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 19:37:18 -0700
  > On 1 Apr 2007 at 17:17, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > > > Vanagon calipers are generally available, rebult, in a day or two...
• Re: Help stuck caliper slide pin
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 1 Apr 2009 18:33:21 -0700
  I did offer, perhaps not clearly enough, that I have take-off calipers from syncro vanagons...... of the type of caliper that uses a...
• Re: How do I determine the brand of my calipers?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 08:54:27 -0600
  ...Jim On Tue, Jan 5, 2010 at 8:41 AM, Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@gmail.com> wrote: > Ken, �Are calipers loaded? > Michael in San Antonio...
• Re: new calipers (e.g., from busdepot)?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 28 Jun 2018 04:42:20 +0000
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• Re: Help stuck caliper slide pin
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Wed, 1 Apr 2009 18:49:02 -0400
  ...I know this because I purchased some calipers a while back and they were not packed securely. During shipment the very heavy box was...
• VW brake cylinder paste
  Historical mailing list - Noel Cookson
  Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:30:53 -0600
  I am rebuilding calipers. Bentley says to coat seals and pistons with VW brake cylinder paste or equivalent. Can someone tell me what is...
• Frustration in Brake Land
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 2 Nov 2001 15:25:48 EST
  ...He could see that one of his calipers was leaking and draging and the pedal was feeling soft. He told me to replace the...
• Re: Sticky brake saga....
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 19:59:45 -0700
  ...If they are cooler, look to the wheel bearings. >I've replaced the rotors, calipers, hoses, and master cylinder, but none >has improved the...
• Re: FS Brake Components
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Mon, 22 Mar 1999 00:14:51 -0700
  Steve wrote: > > Front Rotors 85-90% new in excellent condition with 90% new > pads. $75 OBO > Steve, What year? Does that include the calipers...
• Re: Girling vs ATE Calipers
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:58:31 -0800
  ...If not, they are the more common ATE. > > >>On the very different 86-91 calipers, it would be more rare for them to >>be...
• Re: Brake Expert Questions/PICS/Rant
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:48:16 -0400
  ...I've just never liked the fact that these "rebuilders" bead blast the calipers. I know they want to make them look pretty, but...
• Re: Last air cooled model?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 5 Feb 2002 17:55:36 -0800
  The 85s with solid lower control arms still use the 80-84 ATE calipers and rotors. The 86+ models use the larger Girling calipers...
• Re: Lowering an 85'
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 13 Mar 2003 09:03:16 EST
  ...Of course you need new 15" rims, low profile tires, oversized brake kit for sure with nicely painted calipers!! That would look pretty phat...
• Re: new calipers (e.g., from busdepot)?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 28 Jun 2018 21:35:29 -0700
  ...new calipers (e.g., from busdepot)? > > > > Busdepot apparently sells brand new calipers: > > http://www.busdepot.com/251615107 > http://www.busdepot.com/251615108 > -- Neil n...
• '90 2wd rotors and calipers, free
  Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 01:12:07 -0600
  If someone wants front rotors and calipers from a 2wd '90 CARAT, they're yours. BUT, I'm in Prior Lake MinneSnowta (Basically SW...
• Free stuff
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Thu, 18 Feb 2021 01:06:03 +0000
  ...hoses that I bought for my 1990 Westy that aren't compatible with the GW Bigger Brake Calipers.Free for the asking. Mike Magnani
• Re: Upgraded Brakes Bus/Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Mar 1997 17:48:02 -0400 (AST)
  At 15:40 27/03/97 -0600, DEREKWH125@aol.com wrote: >I have a set of 914 calipers and rotors for sale $500 (includes...
• Re: anybody done the brakes on 1982 gas westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 6 Jul 2015 15:42:04 -1000
  the pistons tend to get stuck ( siezed even ) in those early calipers... in my experience especially the outer piston. just invest in 2 rebuilt...
• Re: anybody done the brakes on 1982 gas westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
  Tue, 7 Jul 2015 09:08:21 -0700
  Scott, Yeah, sounds like it's more than calipers. I intend to replace the calipers and the flexible lines. I've been taking the...
• Re: Whistle-like sound from front brake (searched)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:59:28 -0800
  ...Regardless, both calipers will be replaced. Tip: if possible, check the underside of calipers when doing a visual inspection. (would a dental type mirror...
• Re: Brake caliper question
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 13:36:49 EST
  Just FYI, if you do have to replace the calipers I sell these for $65 each brand new. I hope you don't have...
• Girling vs. ATE
  Historical mailing list - Dave Creasy
  Thu, 24 May 2007 18:20:05 -0400
  Hey All, Are Girling and ATE calipers interchangeable ? My '85 has Girling and I was wondering if the more readily available ATE are a...
• Re: Front brake calipers?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Fri, 2 Jun 2023 14:25:50 -0500
  ...I’ve had it since 93 and I believe I’ve changed the calipers once already. I didn’t realize that parts would be...
• Re: Squealing brakes! Where to find missing shims?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 22 Oct 2014 21:53:44 -0400
  ...Anyone know where I can get them? VW part numbers (you need two of each) for ATE calipers (pad retaining spring is cross-shaped...
• Re: Brake Upgrades
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 2 Dec 1998 11:08:50 -0500
  ...Magee wrote: >Michael,Is what you have a conversion for larger brakes, (rotors, calipers) for the front, and discs and calipers for the rear...
• Re: Help stuck caliper slide pin
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Wed, 1 Apr 2009 20:12:57 -0400
  ...There >were some ATE calipers also fitted around 89 but these use a different >carrier mated to them. Since the guide pins are what...
• Re: Brake Upgrades?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 13 Jan 2000 22:20:22 -0500
  ...Do the later style > calipers provide any better braking? I am trying to figure out my > options. If the later 86-up calipers are...
• Re: Wheel squeal more info not solved
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 19 Jul 2019 15:22:08 -0400
  > > ...they suggested that it might be I wasn't used to how it felt with good > calipers. > Wow! "Don't pee on my leg...
• Parting out '74 Van
  Historical mailing list
  30 Dec 1995 01:48:57 GMT
  ...working when removed $40 Front brake calipers " " " $25 ea Auto Transaxle " " " 100. Bumpers $50 ea. Misc parts - ask. Located SoCalif. Ralph Ricks 714-846...
• Van-Cafe Brake Kits
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 2 Jun 2006 18:35:30 -0700
  ...this time an Audi based one rather than the SA kind. <*http://tinyurl.com/zghde> *Anyone recognize the calipers?* * -- John Bange '90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger"
• Re: Brake Expert Questions/PICS/Rant
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:24:49 -0700
  ...what did they cost you ? I think vanagon rebuilt calipers exchange are about somewhere around 80 or 90 bucks......from my supplier, and that...
• Re: Pressure bleeding brakes questions
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 2 Sep 2019 10:49:46 -0700
  ...Sometimes they even prevent the > calipers/cylinders from releasing. If you don’t remember when they were > change last it may be time to...
• RE: Bizarre T4 exhaust studs.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 12 Mar 97 04:28:22 UT
  ...Many Toyota's use that size to mount the brake calipers,(those slide pins). Personally, I would prefer the heli-coils as that would...
• Re: How do I determine the brand of my calipers?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 10:08:41 -0500
  ...These parts are relatively cheap and if you don't have the proper hones to do calipers you might wind up with a leak...
• Re: anyone done REAR DISCS?
  Historical mailing list - LAGlen Cook
  Thu, 23 Dec 1999 11:27:49 -0700
  ...but where to mount the calipers ??? 4-disc brake kits from >Oettinger have a complete new bearing housing (?) with holes for mounting >the calipers...
• Caliper Bolts Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:26:57 -0400
  2 caliper bolts wanted for late-style, 1989 to be precise, front brake calipers. Hershey, my '84 Westy, has "new" brakes. We are located...
• free brake parts- '87 Vanagon calipers in Grand Rapids
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:07:11 -0700
  Replaced on Van O'White. Possibly rebuildable. Definitely recyclable. Pick up in W. Mich. or BusesByTheBeach in May. The '87 camperised Vanagon GL will...