Harley Brake Calipers, Full Restoration, (2 of 2) !

48 hours for the paint to dry, Time to carefully reassemble everything !
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[@04harley]

I might be wrong, but I thought the pads with the 2 more pointed tops were the INBOARD pads.

[@mrlongtree]

Surely it would have been better to fit decent brakes rather than go with the original wooden ones, especially considering the power of the engine has been upped.

[@Moonfleet41]

With other upgrades i have planned, it's sadly not in the budget mate !

[@mrlongtree]

@@Moonfleet41 I understand, we all have to make the choices that finances dictate.

[@vondenballs]

The best brake on a Sportster is shifting down.

[@oulupulu]

The sounds of things being removed are so satisfying. Great bit of microphone work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed Becky, thank you for your kind feedback.

[@Goldwing1500rider]

That’s quite a rebuilding job… red grease helped get the pistons in. Copper pads ? I’d use carbon metallic in mine. ( thus I’m olde school!!) super video! 👍

[@enduromotorradtouren]

It's a pleasure to watch your clean work, Del. Well-shot, well-edited and well told. The next thresold is 200,000 suscribers, fingers crossed. You two deserve millions. Günter from Nürnberg/Germany

[@MegaBruceC]

Best not let the crown attorney see that knife bud...

[@rikardbjork3491]

Great work, like brand new ones :D

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks! 😀

[@springy-2112]

An inch is better than a mile in the right direction! ( Bill Wyman) ... He wasn't wrong . Keep chipping away . Peace and love ✌️ 💚

[@Moonfleet41]

You too buddy, keep safe and have a wonderful weekend. D&Pxx

[@JDnBeastlet]

Great video, both of you. The calipers look great. I like how you applied the copper slip as you were threading in the bolts. Thorough, well filmed and narrated and spot-on editing - as always! Take care, Del and Penny.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much for your kind words of support buddy, it's really appreciated. 👍

[@mickleblade]

Brass plates on the calipers methinks

[@johnblair2939]

damn, that looks good.

[@michaelmam]

Coming together really nicely . 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Michael 👍, good to hear from you Sir, looking forward to your ZRX video! I've had two of those over the years, a fabulous motorcycle.

[@michaelmam]

@@Moonfleet41 Should be out soon 👍. Stuart , who for his sins , tries to turn my digital ramblings into something less than the hour I waffle on , has his hands full with this one 😂 I really like the ZRX . Great bikes 👍

[@paulregner5335]

It's good to see you salvaging, rustproofing and reusing the original fasteners! Just a thought regarding your calipers: I'll bet if you took the original Harley branded placards that went in the inserts of the outside face of the calipers to a sports trophy shop, or some other place that did engraving, they could make you a new set of placards (using the originals as a template) with something clever engraved on them. Maybe something like "Stopping is for cowards", or "Who needs brakes?". The possibilities are endless, and only limited by your imagination! 👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Now there's a cool thought, you are right, endless possibilities.!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Beautiful job Del, very thorough and looks amazing so far, I can't wait to see the cosmetic details in the next episode. Are the brake pad backing plates just sprayed copper coloured?

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Michael, ive used copper sintered pads, and they usually have copper coloured backing plates, i believe they're plated, but i may be wrong. Thanks for your kind words mate.

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks Del, I haven't seen or heard of them before, what are the benefits and cost differentials over conventional pads? I love learning from your videos and never fail to pick up, something new every upload. Thanks also for always replying to me, it's appreciated 👍

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 thanks Jimmy, I will give those a try, even though I don't have a Harley. I have always been more of a sports-tourer guy but as I get older and ride less, due to other demands, an older sportster or fat boy are sneaking on to my radar! 😃

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 thanks Jimmy, I will. My current most used bike is a 900 hornet, a great bike but hasn't captured my heart. I first set eyes on the 1200 sportster sport around 1992 when, as a student, was lucky enough to get commissioned by HD UK to carry out market research. It was a great experience and gave me an inside track on the brand and I've always had a soft spot for them ever since.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 Wise words well said Jimmy, I couldn't agree more, sintered HH pads have been my choice ever since I first found them decades ago, they've the highest drag resistance and bite better whilst running cooler than any other pads, escape maybe carbon but they're overkill for road bikes... some argue that sintered pads wear the discs quicker, but to me that's a worthy trade off as efficient braking should be a given and your first consideration on any bike. I've got them in my Harley and my Hayabusa!

[@gearjammer3688]

I love the hugely beefy pad pins. No chance of those stripping. Honda take note!

[@renzovc]

Another great video brother ! calipers look better than before 👍 cant wait for the next video ! keep up the great work brother ! stay safe guys cheers from new york 🍺🍺🍺🥂🥂🥂

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Renzo, always good to hear from you,👍 glad you're enjoying the videos, have a great week both of you and keep safe brother,, D&Px

[@hamermohareb6826]

👍👍 I always push like before vedio...as your work is wonderful all the time.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much 😀

[@travisray139]

As I watch the caliper rebuild I am reminded to never again let my brake pistons and seals succumb to neglect. It's part of the reason for my recent crash. A sticky caliper, hot and grabby brakes, a less than ideal braking situation, and a locked front tire. Some of us learn the hard way. Thanks for the content Del, it keeps me inspired to look after things that I'd otherwise be intimidated by. (15 second video of my crash) kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6TJi6aqmrKMY7c

[@Moonfleet41]

My word Travis, that looks like a nasty low side drop, i hope you weren't hurt and also managed ot get the bike fixed without too much expense.!

[@travisray139]

@@Moonfleet41 Thank you. Got off with only an ugly bruised hip and a bruised heel bone. Bike is still perfectly true, which is a relief. The tank is heavily creased but functional. Bondo, paint, and minor parts replaced patched up the rest. RST leathers took the damage, not a scratch on me. Felt like laying my entire body weight on a 20 grit belt sander. I'd hate to go down without gear. ✌🏼

[@Moonfleet41]

@@travisray139 Yeah, a valuable lesson there, even just remember falling over as a kid and ripping the skin off your knees.... cant imagine doing that at 80mph..! Glad you got away with it pretty much, and of course the bike can be fixed, thats just battle scars right.. ! take care buddy and ride safe.!

[@maddog6694]

Instead of heating up the bolt and nuts etc dropping it into oil which seems alot hassle. Wouldn't it be better just to buy brand new stainless bolts from somewhere like Pro bolt?

[@Moonfleet41]

Those long, specialised caliper body bolts are not just available from random suppliers, even pro-bolt.. of course you can buy new ones form the dealer, not stainless, and they're over £10 each.! so it's no "hassle" !

[@f.k.5044]

I think that was too much of that red stuff. All the dirt and dust gonna stick there and ruin the gaskets very quick.

[@nsoul8469]

It doesn’t cause any harm at all.

[@R2D2trashcan]

It’s the opposite of this, the gaskets will have a better seal keeping out dirt and dust.

[@valor_inferno2230]

loved you shown putting them on, when we missed taking them off in part 1. I hate how weird the rear caliper is. Do you know what the torque specs are for the wheel?

[@andrewgent5887]

Nice job. I did notice you didn’t use copper slip or anything else on the back of the brake pads, any reason?

[@Moonfleet41]

Never had Harley brakes squeal mate.!

[@jon7525]

My front brake on my NT was terrible for squeal - used all the tricks, no joy - it’s was a bit maddening 🙄

[@aaroncaywood3661]

Had to do the same to my sporty but I'm having an issue finding torque specs on the 3 caliper bolts what did you torque the to

[@joshuaramos9676]

When I rebuild my calipers do I need to bleed the system first or after I rebuild them?

[@raydouglas5896]

I hate putting the pistons into the callipers. Starting to look like a bike again.

[@madskillzyo]

How does the clip go back in? Was hoping to see that here

[@stevedelaney9912]

Hi Del, is there any concerns about that red rubber grease reacting with the brake fluid and clogging up?

[@Moonfleet41]

Never had any issues mate, when you bleed it through to prime the system the first few flushes come through pink so it pretty much washes out..!

[@gerrypowell2748]

No it’s fine🤣

[@dumberfeet]

@@Moonfleet41 I don't share your opinion because we should never contaminate brake fluid (alcohol based) and even worse with petroleum based products that can destroy rubber hoses or other gaskets. Just use brake fluid to lubricate brake cylinder parts.

[@DangoTooth]

@@dumberfeet Call me crazy, but I’d wager the grease that came with the piston seals is unlikely to cause problems.

[@dumberfeet]

@@DangoTooth never used it on any of my old HDs when rebuilding and I am proud to say that from other newer HDs I’ve tried mine feel better

[@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r]

dude... heart was in my mouth when you were doing the bleed n1pples in the last video... i was doing the... dont break... dont break... dont break mantra lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, you and me both brother, once you've broken off a bleed valve you never feel totally confident again ! and the front one was jammed when i first took them off the bike.. but a few days soaking in Aero Kroil rescued me... i swear that stuff is the next best thing to divine intervention you'll ever get..lol!

[@buckndoe1193]

Another cheap upgrade suggestion for your brakes (car,truck, motorcycle) is Bosch ESI6-32N Brake Fluid. I found this online looking for a long lasting higher temp rated fluid for my clutch master that kept boiling in traffic. I was gonna get high temp racing fluid, but it attracts moisture like a beast and has to be flushed a lot. And with only a 100-200F higher threshold with 2-3x the cost. Definitely wasn’t worth it for a Suzuki C90 beater bike.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for the tip!

[@buckndoe1193]

@@Moonfleet41 no problem you probably get it cheaper in Jolly Ole than we do in the States off of Amazon.

[@lukealvarez5240]

Hey great video! Do you have a video showing how to align the rear floating caliper? Thanks!

[@timvilleneuve7244]

Del, what is the foam snake product you use to mask the bolt hole threads? Pretty trick product for masking. Great build, and so motivating!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Tim.. it's a paint trade product, comes on a big roll..but you can just use draught excluder from the DIY store, works just as well.!

[@David40S]

Thanks for asking Tim, I was thinking the same thing watching. Very satisfying, watching Del pull it all out of the threads after painting!

[@timvilleneuve7244]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks for the tip. You have so much to share, I always look forward to watching you work. I hope youtube makes it worth your while. I can't thank you enough for all of the editing work you do. I DO KNOW how much effort that takes.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@timvilleneuve7244 Thanks Tim, i really appreciate your kind words.. it's a pleasure to pass forward a few tips that can make our lives easier aye.!

[@kaylumnewell]

Hi Del, does heating the bolt affect the tensile strength of the bolt? I guess you'd know when torquing it perhaps? Loving what you're doing with the bike. Very inspiring!!

[@Moonfleet41]

No, it's only warmed up to approximately 300-400c, not warm enough to even change colour, it just adds a layer of rust protection without effecting the bolts.

[@jasonshortphd]

I like the brake design how the pads get locked in with proper bolts. That is heavy duty. My current bike is held with plastic pins…. Always makes me nervous.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, they are a little heavy duty aye.. not only are they screwed in, those pins, but they locate into a spring circlip in the casting as well.. i think the over engineering on Harleys is a lot to do with vibration control.. Thanks for your kind support as always mate, have a good weekend.

[@mikeopenshaw9128]

Nice job - looking sharp - and now no doubt also performing sharp - I'm looking forward to what I'm guessing will be some more brass work - but I'm also guessing you won't be wearing 2 pairs of specs when you do it aye? 😉Thanks as always guys! x

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, don't you love Steven Fletcher, they're even specially made with longer arms to be worn at the same time..Class ! Thanks for your kind words Mike. still got to get the brake hoses made up for them later, but at least they're refurbished and fitted now.

[@luketerry1745]

I’ve used both brake fluid and red grease to lube seals when rebuilding calipers. Never had an issue with either method. Probably don’t need that much though, it’s just to give it a bit of a lube to prevent dislodging a seal when putting the pistons back in. Any lube will dry up way before you next need to rebuild them anyway, so don’t think of it as a method of permanently lubricating them for a smoother action, they’ll work fine without anything

[@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r]

confused dude... when did Del say the red RUBBER GREASE was for a permanent lubrication of the seals and pistons I've been watching Del and Penny Pitstop for a long while now, and even in previous caliper services and rebuilds he never says that. Rubber grease helps the seals into place, then helps the pistons into place. I've done it, I've used the technique Del uses, without a problem. I can see the difference between my rebuild and someone else's, damaged seals, both seals damaged at times.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r Exactly that mate, it's supplied with the seals as an assembly lube, and washes out with the first fluid flush...

[@luketerry1745]

@@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r I never said he did, it’s just all the comments slating it

[@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r]

@@luketerry1745 ahhhh I do see

[@garya3056]

Another thing of beauty created by Sir Del! This bike is really getting the full treatment… nicely done, Mate. Hope you both are doing great over there! 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gary, glad you approve!... it's great to be making things shiney again and slowly reassembling! Have a good week both, D&Px

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 we both have absolute admiration for you, my friend.

[@loddude5706]

0:52 - Professional approach now eh? - not even tempted to fire yuh foamie-plugs toward the camera with an air line? (It's either lack of cake, meds. too strong, random ignoble gasses or gout . . . Try cake first, it's usually well invasive : )xx

[@paullavallee1631]

Lovely

[@myz06rocks]

Great to see the mechanical bits making their way back on the bike.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, glad to be assembling parts again.

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

One question Del, how would I get through Friday evening without a visit to your workshop. Quality production👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, that's very kind.

[@loucee569]

Weirdly satisfying watching you take out the protection plugs from the holes! I 🤔

[@iainduncan2363]

have to say m8 of all the bikes i have watched you build this has to be right up there with the best its a stunning looking bike and cant wait to see the finished product hope you are doing the paint work yourself aswell anyway have a great weekend both of you atb iain

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Iain, im glad you're enjoying it so much, i feel the same, it's great to be making an old Harley into a really tidy bike. Lot's more to come mate, enjoy... and have a great weekend too..! D&Px

[@brandywell44]

Hi Dell, is there are right way and a wrong way for the main hydraulic seals to go in? On other machines there is usually a sharp inner edge (against the piston) that goes in first. Hard to see but obvious to feel. It is the reason I understand why Brembo stopped selling service kits for a while.

[@Moonfleet41]

No need to over think it mate, Just pop them in and feel for the lip at the bottom, in most calipers the seal is square and the track is machined with a taper so it pokes the lower lip out..!

[@brandywell44]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del, I did not know that.

[@manicminer8813]

Nice one Del, sporty looking well

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks 👍

[@tonygriffiths2485]

Intrigue ? Looks stunning so far, gorgeous, thanks :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much Tony. Glad you like it!

[@MannyFontes1968]

Man Del, you are a true craftsman of your trade and too bad you didn't live closer because I would definitely hire you to work on my Harley. The work you do is so professional and meticulous and I am really glad I found your channel to learn from you....🍻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much Manny, im glad you enjoy the videos, and really appreciate your kind support. Take care and have a great weekend.

[@nickhellen6303]

Bloody marvellous. You work just like I do. Only better, faster, neater, fewer mistakes and with less swearing. But I do have the same attention to detail. Eventually. Really looking forward to the end result.

[@Moonfleet41]

It's the result that matters most Nick, so how ever you get there is unimportant.. and we all make mistakes, a good way to learn aye.!

[@stitch3163]

Looking better each episode, Del. Standing by for “creative fabrication”.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate.

[@jon7525]

Lovely job Del 😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍

[@colintaylor2305]

Looking amazing, you're attention to detail is second to none, gob on a stick is still gobbing off, it's so sad for him wish he would just do one, but he must need the money,

[@nicholasbishop3300]

Lovely as always Del Nick Australia

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate.👍

[@LS-uv9gg]

I seriously didn't realize an HD of that type/era had so many opposed caliper pistons. (along with seemingly never ending rubber O-rings, great scott lol)

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes mate, proper hefty 4 pot calipers, Harleys are so often misunderstood..!

[@gerrypowell2748]

Coming along nicely👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍

[@rickrogers2649]

Something about watching a pro at work is very relaxing somehow. Surgical precision as always Del. A privilege to tag along with you and Penny in the workshop. Blessings to you both. ❤👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much Rick, 👍 Glad you enjoying it and have a great weekend too.!

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent video Del & Penny. One more job off the list mate, it's looking good. Penny and you have a great weekend. I see you are getting too much of our sunshine, you can stop that and take back this bloody rain LOL. Take care and stay safe. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍, you're welcome to some of this sun, and we'll take the rain... many of the farm fields around here have been on fire, but thankfully harvest is in and no crops lost.. we'll take the rain from midnight to 3 each day thanks, and just 50% off the sunshine..lol! Have a great weekend and keep safer mate. D&Pxx

[@lukeb4582]

Lovely job there Del, thoroughly enjoying this project, have a lovely rest of your weekend both, take care

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much Luke, always good to hear form you sir.. Have a peaceful Sunday yourself. D&Px

[@davidshearer9545]

Got brass in pocket,and I'm gonna use it 😉😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Just exactly what did "Detriot Leaning" mean !

[@davidshearer9545]

@@Moonfleet41 seat back arm's stretched out,and elbow out the window 👍34 years HGV class one driving experience del boy 🤣🤣

[@Moonfleet41]

@@davidshearer9545 Ok, that makes sense..! now what did Queen mean, that "The Devil had a Side Board" lol!🤣

[@davidshearer9545]

@@Moonfleet41 got me with that one del, I was a Queen fan night at the opera,and a day at the races 👍 brilliant album.

[@davidshearer9545]

Seven seas of rhye favourite song

[@shaunglendinning]

Great restoration Del! A joy to watch. Best to you and Penny.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much Shaun. Glad you enjoyed it mate.. Have a great Sunday. D&Px

[@richardwhittle2302]

Good job Del - intrigued on the fabrication you mentioned at the end. Could it be some brass inlays?

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Richard.. maybe right there, something a little creative rather then a catalogue badge aye !

[@richardwhittle2302]

@@Moonfleet41 👍

[@tinks43]

Spick & span, love the satisfying pop as the seals sit in place. Have a great week both of you.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy.. hope you're looking forward to your well earned break..!

[@tcruz4926]

Beautiful work Mate! Cant wait for the next one!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Tomas, glad you're enjoying it.

[@ecrusch]

Every little bit gets it closer and closer. Good work Del. By the way, Penny's camera work is outstanding.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much Eric, you're very kind.

[@yikenscot]

Coming along well and it's all getting to look bright and new...nice clear camera work and easy to follow mechanical installs. Well done to both of you.👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate👍, glad you're enjoying it.

[@davepelfrey3958]

Another fantastic show today Del. It always amazes me on how everything goes back together so easy for you. Me, not so much, lol. Thank you for sharing.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Dave, Simple tasks and lots of practice i guess, but there are still those days...! you know the ones.lol! Thank you for your support and enjoy your weekend Sir.

[@shovelhead.6266]

Always love your detailed fabrication Dell, the video editing is superb by the way though we don't see much of Penny these days.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it, Penny's always here in the background helping make it happen.

[@shovelhead.6266]

Too hot for Harley Davidsons in Jersey today.

[@TheRealNVT]

Restoration porn. Just what the doctor ordered after a hectic week!!!

[@tcruz4926]

Lube and all no less!

[@andyjrichie6709]

Nice to watch this as I sit peaceful in Scotland in a wonderful garden. Great video

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy...Sounds Wonderful!

[@coloradokid1346]

They look just awesome Del. Great job. Always love to rebuild a brake caliper.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy👍

[@MintyGusto]

They look factory fresh now mate - sterling effort as always! Have a cracking weekend and enjoy! Sending our love to you and the lovely P mate x

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much buddy, glad you enjoyed it, and sending you the same too, enjoy the wonderful sunshine and keep safe aye.. D&Pxx

[@MintyGusto]

@@Moonfleet41 alresdy out at bike night..... Getting food in before everyone else turns up and causes carnage! 👍🏻

[@howder1951]

Nice work, the brakes look spot-on. One question, what is the grease type lube for the cylinders? Enjoyed, cheers and have a nice weekend!

[@Moonfleet41]

Comes included in the seal kit mate, it's silicone based red rubber grease..!

[@nutjobdubai]

Hi Del, what is it you are doing with the hot bolts and the oil please?

[@Moonfleet41]

A little rust prevention treatment Mark.