Calipers and pads problem

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andyneedham2
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Calipers and pads problem

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Hi guys, just wondering if anyone could help.

My pads rattle in the calipers. They seem to be in place fine, but there is quite a bit of movement. I can pretty much rattle them. It makes a really unpleasant noise when going over mildly uneven roads. Does anyone have a diagram of the caliper and its bits, are mine missing retaining clips?

Thanks in advance.

Andy


fourmk1s
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Re: Calipers and pads problem

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Hi Andy,

I have had this same problem before and i noticed it was missing the thin anti rattle clips on my rocco which can be missing after new pads have been fitted.

They are just thin pieces of metal which locate between the pads and carrier top and bottom of the pad location lugs.

Have a look at your calipers to see if they are missing on your car.If so i have some spare if needed.

Cheers Graham


1974 Scirocco TS ,1978 Scirocco GLS, 1980 Scirocco Storm, 1981 Scirocco Gti.
andyneedham2
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Re: Calipers and pads problem

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Ace. I've had a look and it seems I am missing the anti rattle clips. If you have some going I'll take em...

Thanks for the help


fourmk1s
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Re: Calipers and pads problem

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Hi Andy,

Sure no problem mate.

Let me know your address and i will post them to you.


1974 Scirocco TS ,1978 Scirocco GLS, 1980 Scirocco Storm, 1981 Scirocco Gti.
fourmk1s
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Re: Calipers and pads problem

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Hi Andy,

I will get them in the post today for you.

Regards Graham


1974 Scirocco TS ,1978 Scirocco GLS, 1980 Scirocco Storm, 1981 Scirocco Gti.
andyneedham2
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Re: Calipers and pads problem

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You sir are a legend. Much appreciated,

Andy


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