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Lubing Hydraulic Seals

Started by Yamahammer1200, January 21, 2016, 10:12:54 PM

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Yamahammer1200

January 21, 2016, 10:12:54 PM
Got my package from RPM with rebuild kits for the clutch slave and M/C.  Unsure on how to lube the pistons and rubber bits during reassembly.
I have heard everything from a heavy film of brake fluid, rubber grease to Silicone brake grease.
There was a packet of red grease that came with the OEM rear caliper seals.  I  put a thin film of that on the seals, piston and bore once they were thoroughly cleaned.  Seemed to work fine.
Was that Silicone grease?
Chrome don't get you home.
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Arnie

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January 21, 2016, 10:25:31 PM
Yes, it is probably silicone grease. 
I've always just used the same brake fluid I'm going to use in the system.

krusty

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January 21, 2016, 10:55:02 PM
Use brake fluid only to pre lube brake piston seal. Use the silicon grease on all other moving parts.
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