Getting a seized calliper pin sorted

[ConorS15]

Hey,
I'm after changing my rear pads and discs but I've got a seized calliper pin. Didn't notice until I went to put everything back together. First time and all that.. Is that something a mechanic can usually fix if I drop the calliper in to them? Or should I just buy another one? Havn't a hope of fixin it myself I don't think

Or does anyone know anywhere in Galway that fixes/refurbs em?

Cheers!

[way2fastforu]

is it the slider on the caliper your on about conor???they're easy fix!!

[ConorS15]

emm, not sure, I'd say so yeh. The two springy bits that push the calliper open when it's not in use. The 2 bolts come out of them when yer changin pads. Bottom one is well stuck tho, dunno if I'll be able to get it un-stuck. I'll take it off again this eve anyways and see what I can do bout it. Probaby need grease and stuff!

[Stevo]

Had the same problem recently and broke the slider trying to free it up Should have a spare caliper/slider there if your stuck

[ConorS15]

Cheers dude, had a chat with Dara there and he was sayin to try fix it myself - give it a bit of a hidin So I'll have a go at it anyways and sure if I fuck it up I'll get back to ya

[ConorS15]

Cheers for the replies there lads. Just got it unstuck there now

[way2fastforu]

you do it the way i told ya to??

[ConorS15]

I did surely man - cheers! There's 2 small holes in one of the boots, and I got that shitty spray can of copper grease in halfords and its pure watery. But it'll do as it is till I get new boots and grease. Hopefully this wknd. Would any of the parts shops around galway have the right boots i wonder

[way2fastforu]

i doubt they would man but iv good condition boots out the garage i think ya can have them free if ya wana call out for them...pm me your number an ill check an let ya know....that copper grease in a can is useless ya should invest in a small tub of it there only bout 5e an will last ya AGES!!

[ConorS15]

Class, I will, was in a rush the last day and it was the first one I spotted. Ah I'll throw ya a few quid for em if ya have some spare. Still have to go at the opposite wheel yet.