Got myself a V70 2.5T SE

[IC]

Great photos! Always find your posts an interesting read!

[4x4]

Glad you're enjoying my ramblings IC.

The thread is a great way for me to look back and see what I've done and when. Then I remember how much it cost me, how much time I took solving the faults, how much pain I was in changing parts, then feel sad until I look at Kära think she's a thing of beauty and worth every penny.

Bonus pic from Monday evening, I ended up with an audience of curious cattle that came over to see what was going on

[4x4]

Had to catch a ferry over to the Isle of Bute on Saturday to spread a relatives ashes. Got as far as Greenock and stopped at traffic lights when a huge plume of smoke went past the left side of the car. I pulled over as soon as possible to check and when I exited the car I could smell burning brake pads. My rear n/s caliper had stuck on and was toasting away. I let it cool down and carried on my way without further incident and managed to return home and no further problems.



Today I removed the offending caliper expecting either a seized piston or at the very least sticking sliding pins and from what I've seen there is nothing wrong. The sliding pins were clean and the caliper was sliding freely, pressing the pedal the piston pushed out it moved smoothly and pushed back easily. I then removed the disc and checked the parking brake shoes and once again all was fine even though it was a little bit dusty in there (normal). I cleaned it out and put it all back together and drove a few miles and when I returned I checked the temperature with a laser thermometer and all was fine.

So for now it's all back together and I'll keep a close watch on it and monitor the temperature.


Pagid pads fitted by the vendor before I purchased the car. Sliding pins are clean and serviceable


Still plenty meat on them and wearing evenly


Original 19 year old discs have no lip or wear

[Kev0607]

I follow this thread with keen interest - Great pictures and descriptions!

You really do know how to look after a car. Your fleet is a credit to you.

Thank you for sharing.