How to check second hand 312s????

rowell88 · 17-06-2008, 20:35

I've just bought some second hand 312mm brakes off an octavia vrs.

They arrived today. I will be buying new pads and discs but what should I be checking on the calipers and carriers to know if they are in good working order?

I don't know too much about brakes but I need to know if they're ok because I have 7 days to send them back if they're not.

My dad said I shouldn't realy be buying second hand brakes but reading threads on here, using second hand calipers and carriers should be ok??

Any help would be much appreciated.

Cheers Luke.

Lummox · 17-06-2008, 20:51

Check,

1)Piston seals for damage, splits and tears.

2)Pistons move freely in the caliper

3)Sliders, not caked in crap, plastic caps in place

4)Bleed nipples, in place and free flowing.

wja96 · 17-06-2008, 20:51

Send Lummox a PM - he's based in Newport Pagnell, and what he doesn't know probably isn't worth knowing. He can probably fit them for you too.

Lummox · 17-06-2008, 20:58

We got that in hand mate

rowell88 · 17-06-2008, 21:04

Yeh. Lummox will fit them for me.

I need to buy some new discs and pads first though.

I'm going to check them over now.

Lummox · 17-06-2008, 21:05

Are you buying standard or something fruity?

rowell88 · 17-06-2008, 21:17

They seem to be ok from what I can see.

I'll have a proper look in the daylight tommorrow and get my dad to check them over.

Haven't made my mind up with discs and pads yet.

What would you suggest?

Lummox · 17-06-2008, 21:21

Standard will be more than enough. If you want genuine parts give me a shout, i'll get a better discount that you will from main dealer.

ultra_joel88 · 17-06-2008, 21:40

Hi there mate.

Do your 312mm have a plastic cap on them where the calipers slide onto the caliper?

bobjim · 17-06-2008, 21:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by ultra_joel88

Hi there mate.

Do your 312mm have a plastic cap on them where the calipers slide onto the caliper?

mine do,

like a dust/crap cover to stop them getting onto the allen bolt

HTH

Lummox · 17-06-2008, 21:47

Yep they should do.

ultra_joel88 · 18-06-2008, 11:56

Mine dont have one, and I went to the VW garage with the part number given and they gave me the caps for the bleed valves...

which dust cover do you mean? between the caliper and carrier or to go over the end where ive circled

cheezemonkhai · 18-06-2008, 13:55

I got new part 15's when i purchased 312mm carriers

fatty5000 · 18-06-2008, 13:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobjim

like a dust/crap cover to stop them getting onto the allen bolt

Thats part number 6

HTH

ultra_joel88 · 18-06-2008, 14:08

5 and 6 is the bleed valve and cover.

Is the rubber cover you are referring to on the caliper?

aka part 15

fatty5000 · 18-06-2008, 16:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by ultra_joel88

5 and 6 is the bleed valve and cover.

Is the rubber cover you are referring to on the caliper?

aka part 15

Whoops your right I didn't look properly.

There should be a cap on the end of the hole where the Hex bolt tightens on to the caliper and carrier.

If that makes sense.

Although I can't see it on that picture

ultra_joel88 · 18-06-2008, 16:49

exactly
mine dont have it and theres no part number for it on there

rowell88 · 19-06-2008, 09:46

This is what the brakes look like.

Do they seem ok?

ultra_joel88 · 19-06-2008, 12:15

they need a clean hehe

rowell88 · 19-06-2008, 13:49

I've just given them a quick clean

They came up better than I expected but I'll be given them a proper clean at the weekend.

Actually look cleaner than my standard brakes! Lol.

17-06-2008, 20:35	#1
rowell88 Diesely Weasely Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 134 Members Car: 55 reg Fabia vRS Images: 1 Thanks: 5 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	How to check second hand 312s???? I've just bought some second hand 312mm brakes off an octavia vrs. They arrived today. I will be buying new pads and discs but what should I be checking on the calipers and carriers to know if they are in good working order? I don't know too much about brakes but I need to know if they're ok because I have 7 days to send them back if they're not. My dad said I shouldn't realy be buying second hand brakes but reading threads on here, using second hand calipers and carriers should be ok?? Any help would be much appreciated. Cheers Luke. __________________ '55 RED FABIA v/RS MFD, 6CD Changer, Colour Coded Grille, PD160 intake, SEAT Strut Brace and Soundproofing. 312m Octy Brakes ready to fit. Wheels??? Black/Red Leather planned

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rowell88 Diesely Weasely Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 134 Members Car: 55 reg Fabia vRS Images: 1 Thanks: 5 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: How to check second hand 312s???? They seem to be ok from what I can see. I'll have a proper look in the daylight tommorrow and get my dad to check them over. Haven't made my mind up with discs and pads yet. What would you suggest? __________________ '55 RED FABIA v/RS MFD, 6CD Changer, Colour Coded Grille, PD160 intake, SEAT Strut Brace and Soundproofing. 312m Octy Brakes ready to fit. Wheels??? Black/Red Leather planned

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ultra_joel88 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Brecon/ Cardiff Posts: 2,536 Members Car: 04 Fabia vRS (180/300) Thanks: 26 Thanked 115 Times in 109 Posts	Re: How to check second hand 312s???? Hi there mate. Do your 312mm have a plastic cap on them where the calipers slide onto the caliper? __________________ '04 Fabia VRS - P-Torque STG1, 312mm Brakes, Whiteline RARB, SEAT Sport Strut Brace, Pipercross Panel Filter & PD160 Intake, Pioneer and Infinity ICE, Custom exhaust system w/ de-cat, CCV Bypass w/ Catch Can, Boost + Volt Gauge, Window Tints

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ultra_joel88 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Brecon/ Cardiff Posts: 2,536 Members Car: 04 Fabia vRS (180/300) Thanks: 26 Thanked 115 Times in 109 Posts	Re: How to check second hand 312s???? Mine dont have one, and I went to the VW garage with the part number given and they gave me the caps for the bleed valves... which dust cover do you mean? between the caliper and carrier or to go over the end where ive circled __________________ '04 Fabia VRS - P-Torque STG1, 312mm Brakes, Whiteline RARB, SEAT Sport Strut Brace, Pipercross Panel Filter & PD160 Intake, Pioneer and Infinity ICE, Custom exhaust system w/ de-cat, CCV Bypass w/ Catch Can, Boost + Volt Gauge, Window Tints

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ultra_joel88 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Brecon/ Cardiff Posts: 2,536 Members Car: 04 Fabia vRS (180/300) Thanks: 26 Thanked 115 Times in 109 Posts	Re: How to check second hand 312s???? 5 and 6 is the bleed valve and cover. Is the rubber cover you are referring to on the caliper? aka part 15 __________________ '04 Fabia VRS - P-Torque STG1, 312mm Brakes, Whiteline RARB, SEAT Sport Strut Brace, Pipercross Panel Filter & PD160 Intake, Pioneer and Infinity ICE, Custom exhaust system w/ de-cat, CCV Bypass w/ Catch Can, Boost + Volt Gauge, Window Tints

18-06-2008, 16:49	#17
ultra_joel88 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Brecon/ Cardiff Posts: 2,536 Members Car: 04 Fabia vRS (180/300) Thanks: 26 Thanked 115 Times in 109 Posts	Re: How to check second hand 312s???? exactly mine dont have it and theres no part number for it on there __________________ '04 Fabia VRS - P-Torque STG1, 312mm Brakes, Whiteline RARB, SEAT Sport Strut Brace, Pipercross Panel Filter & PD160 Intake, Pioneer and Infinity ICE, Custom exhaust system w/ de-cat, CCV Bypass w/ Catch Can, Boost + Volt Gauge, Window Tints

19-06-2008, 12:15	#19
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