man vs. caliper

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man vs. caliper

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Hi,
I'm replacing the seals on this caliper (photos in a minute) which I believe is a Teves (however the mark indicates VW so I'm not 100% sure).
After a week-long battle with a piston refusing to shift I finally got it out today by soaking with dismantling fluid, refitting to the hydraulics and blocking back the free-moving piston.

My question is: has anyone has successfully used the JK "caliper rebuild kit"https://www.justkampers.com/251-698-471 ... -1986.html? I fitted this kit and used the retaining spring however on first movement of the pistons the dust seals popped off! :shock:

The original seals have a metal (?) ring integrated with the dust seal to ensure a tight fit.

Any pointers appreciated..
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Teves caliper (I think!)
Teves caliper (I think!)
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marking shows VW
marking shows VW
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Also shows it is an ATE (Alfred Teves)caliper.
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Ahh! Thanks BigHerb. Hmm wonder why the dust seal seems all too ready to pop-off. I'm going to try again this evening.
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