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Main Area => General GS500 Discussion => Topic started by: Frankiechops on February 04, 2022, 08:49:56 PM

Title: Cross threaded front brake caliper at bleeder valve
Post by: Frankiechops on February 04, 2022, 08:49:56 PM
Hey guys, as the title suggest, I've struck trouble.

I was bleeding the brakes and noticed the bleeder was slipping and air getting in the bleeder tube. I took off the valve and the first 3 or so threads in the caliper are cactus. Have I got any option but to replace the caliper? I notice the lower threads deeper in are fine but I can't screw past the the cross thread. Any good news would be much appreciated.

Thanks
Title: Re: Cross threaded front brake caliper at bleeder valve
Post by: sledge on February 05, 2022, 02:20:29 AM
I can give you some good news.........there are plenty of them on ebay!
Title: Re: Cross threaded front brake caliper at bleeder valve
Post by: Frankiechops on February 05, 2022, 02:36:24 AM
Haha, yeah thanks Sledge, just ordered one after a failed attempt to rethread it.
Title: Re: Cross threaded front brake caliper at bleeder valve
Post by: sledge on February 05, 2022, 03:10:16 AM
Its the best option, trying to repair and reclaim braking components is not a good idea  :dunno_white:
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