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08 Aug 2013 14:54 #600431 by asevans
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Front caliper. Has some rust pitting. Should I get a new one?

Aaron

1976 kz900 Mostly stock
1978 Z1-R Project
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08 Aug 2013 15:06 #600432 by btchalice
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as long as it doesn't leak it should be ok but is it worth the risk on brakes?

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76 kz900 w/1000 motor TWZTD
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08 Aug 2013 15:06 #600433 by savedrider
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Hard to tell from the pic just how deep those pits are. I've had some pretty rough pistons from my Honda that I was able to clean up on a wire wheel and they are working ok. You can try to clean up with a green or white scotch brite and see how it feels. If you can catch your fingernail on it pretty good then you may want to replace. Bummer, cuz I know they are pricey.

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08 Aug 2013 16:23 #600450 by Patton
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What's condition of the bore? If badly pitted, may tip the scales in favor of replacing the caliper.

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08 Aug 2013 18:37 #600468 by asevans
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The caliper bore is as smooth as a baby's butt. Took some 1000 grit sandpaper to it. Ordered a new piston and o-rings for it. As well as new bleeders. Then surely I can get this thing bled before moto go next weekend.

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1978 Z1-R Project

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08 Aug 2013 21:30 #600495 by Motor Head
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You did right getting a new piston. This is the sealing surface for the seals. Also the Groove where the square O-ring sits. Bore for the piston is less important. As long as the piston fits well, not sticking or excessively loose. A few small pits in the bore would just hold fluid, it would not cause a loss of sealing.

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