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Offline Vintageguy

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'78 750F Rear Brake Rebuild Info
« on: January 23, 2020, 05:17:08 AM »
Rear caliper piston still sticking on my '78 750F, I'm over it, and I'm about to rebuild it, but need some input. Noticed that the piston portion comes apart without complete caliper removal. Just need some input as to step by step for replacing the clearly corroded piston and would surely appreciate any experienced help. Thanks.
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Re: '78 750F Rear Brake Rebuild Info
« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2020, 08:24:47 AM »
I got a kit for my rear on my 75 CB750F from SiriusConInc.com. Pistons and all parts. Clean it all up and put it back together with new parts. Done.
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Re: '78 750F Rear Brake Rebuild Info
« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2020, 08:33:25 AM »
Remove pads and pump pistons out as far a possible with master before stripping
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Re: '78 750F Rear Brake Rebuild Info
« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2020, 09:36:00 AM »
The factory manual can be downloaded from the forum.

The rear caliper on a '78 is functionally the same as the front (the caliper on the 75-76 models is completely different). The pistons might even be the same. At any rate rebuilding is easy and parts are readily available. I would spend extra money on a stainless steel or phenolic pistons, which will never rust or pit. You can buy the latter from Jeff Stephens at Godffery's Garage. He is a member here and I have purchased brake parts for my last 2 SOHC4's from him.  https://godfferysgarage.com/#shop
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