But the calipers won't be new and zinc plated any more. Neither will the ends of the pistons where they bear against the back of the pad. Plus, for those that use those horrible stainless guides pressed into the iron caliper, for the pad ears, there is likely to be corrosion under then, making them a tighter fit. I agree that some folk really slather the stuff on excessively, but a tiny smear can, I think, be beneficial.
Changing pads - advice
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But the calipers won't be new and zinc plated any more. Neither will the ends of the pistons where they bear against the back of the pad. Plus, for those that use those horrible stainless guides pressed into the iron caliper, for the pad ears, there is likely to be corrosion under then, making them a tighter fit. I agree that some folk really slather the stuff on excessively, but a tiny smear can, I think, be beneficial.
You're talking about older hoses. Modern ones have had a waterproof lining for quite a few years now.
No, I think even today's are permeable. When do you think this change took place?
