S40 (New) Brakes : - The big brake job! - Page 2

StatusRed · Jun 24th, 2017, 20:03

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Originally Posted by x DTR x

Make sure you spray some clear lacquer over Volvo stickers on calipers to seal them as they will come off with jet wash and general wear and tear. Didn't seal mine at first and they didn't last long. Redid them and still look good after 3 years. Also, wheel cleaner is ok to use to keep them clean but don't use break cleaner on them as it will strip the paint and everything! Hope this helps.

Yeah I did clear lacquer over them, I think that was your tip then! Not heyskull or paddy, I get confused with all the V50 owners :P

x DTR x · Jun 24th, 2017, 21:22

Yes, did mention previously. Look great by the way

StatusRed · Jun 25th, 2017, 11:24

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Originally Posted by x DTR x

Yes, did mention previously. Look great by the way

Cheers!

So do you think it is safe to use a pressure washer directly on? I was going to ask the Volvo dealership to hold off using a pressure washer on the wheels when they service it next month.

x DTR x · Jun 25th, 2017, 20:54

Been pressure washing mine since i did mine and have had no probs. The only thing like i said that will destroy your hard work is break cleaner. I had all my wheels off the other day and gave all the calipers a good clean with wheel cleaner which is fine as won't strip the paint or decals. Take care not to leave it too long on the calipers though just in case it does eats in a bit. I do mine regular to keep the dust and grime to a minimum

StatusRed · Jun 26th, 2017, 18:47

.. Slightly worried, I was sorting through the rubbish from the brake job and found in the brakeline kit 2 copper crush washers that I hadn't seen before... It didn't look like the original setup used them either.

There were no specific instructions so I have no idea if they're meant for the rear or front brake lines, at the MoT today the mechanic said the brakes were absolutely fine; is this something I need to worry about and if so where do they go?

Thanks.

StatusRed · Jun 26th, 2017, 19:21

I've been looking and I can only find references to these crush washers being used on banjo fittings but my car just has flare fittings.. Am I right in thinking these washers aren't necessary?

StatusRed · Mar 30th, 2020, 22:45

Now got 320mm fronts:

Jun 24th, 2017, 21:22	#12
x DTR x Premier Member Last Online: Dec 19th, 2021 22:22 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Horsham	Yes, did mention previously. Look great by the way __________________ 2005 V50 2.0 SE Sport 1999 S40 1.8 Gdi 1993 460 1.7 LX

Jun 25th, 2017, 20:54	#14
x DTR x Premier Member Last Online: Dec 19th, 2021 22:22 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Horsham	Been pressure washing mine since i did mine and have had no probs. The only thing like i said that will destroy your hard work is break cleaner. I had all my wheels off the other day and gave all the calipers a good clean with wheel cleaner which is fine as won't strip the paint or decals. Take care not to leave it too long on the calipers though just in case it does eats in a bit. I do mine regular to keep the dust and grime to a minimum __________________ 2005 V50 2.0 SE Sport 1999 S40 1.8 Gdi 1993 460 1.7 LX

Jun 26th, 2017, 18:47	#15
StatusRed Premier Member Last Online: Today 18:07 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Glasgow	.. Slightly worried, I was sorting through the rubbish from the brake job and found in the brakeline kit 2 copper crush washers that I hadn't seen before... It didn't look like the original setup used them either. There were no specific instructions so I have no idea if they're meant for the rear or front brake lines, at the MoT today the mechanic said the brakes were absolutely fine; is this something I need to worry about and if so where do they go? Thanks. __________________ 2009 S40 SE Lux 2.0i \| 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 \| 2002 Audi TT 225 Previous: C70 Coupe 2.4i \| Saab 9-5 Aero \| Daihatsu SporTrak

Jun 26th, 2017, 19:21	#16
StatusRed Premier Member Last Online: Today 18:07 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Glasgow	I've been looking and I can only find references to these crush washers being used on banjo fittings but my car just has flare fittings.. Am I right in thinking these washers aren't necessary? __________________ 2009 S40 SE Lux 2.0i \| 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 \| 2002 Audi TT 225 Previous: C70 Coupe 2.4i \| Saab 9-5 Aero \| Daihatsu SporTrak

Mar 30th, 2020, 22:45	#17
StatusRed Premier Member Last Online: Today 18:07 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Glasgow	Now got 320mm fronts: __________________ 2009 S40 SE Lux 2.0i \| 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 \| 2002 Audi TT 225 Previous: C70 Coupe 2.4i \| Saab 9-5 Aero \| Daihatsu SporTrak

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