Front Caliper spring, how to install?

[DMC-81]

Hi again,

My front brakes are almost done, except for this spring that came with the DMCH hardware kit. I have tried to install them, and I am stumped. Is there a technique? I assume they go like I have shown in the picture. Correct?
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Thanks.

[TTait]

Not familiar with that piece - but the basic reason for a spring is to force the pads apart so they don't drag on the rotor. Hervey packs a small coil spring with his kits for that purpose. I assume that spring is meant to do the same. looks like you are trying to install it to force the pads together.

[DMCMW Dave]

Rotate the spring 90 degrees. The purpose is to hid the pads tight to the rods. I.e. Anti prattle springs. I'll post a picture later if I can find one.

[DMCMW Dave]

Like This

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[Jonathan]

http://dmctalk.org/showthread.php?6149-How-To-Front-brakes-anti-rattle-clip-installation&p=88239&viewfull=1#post88239

[DMCMW Dave]

Argh. I Grabbed the wrong pic. They will work either way but usually the rounded center section is on the outside of the pads.

[DMC-81]

Excellent! Thanks very much.

Now on to refreshing the steering rack....

[PJ Grady Inc.]

Excellent! Thanks very much.

Now on to refreshing the steering rack....

BTW we sell reconditioned steering racks but will also soon be offering a comprehesive rebiuld kit complete with the boots, bearings, bushings, preload springs, lock pins, shims and complete rebuild instructions if you happen to be interested?
Rob Grady

[BABIS]

BTW we sell reconditioned steering racks but will also soon be offering a comprehesive rebiuld kit complete with the boots, bearings, bushings, preload springs, lock pins, shims and complete rebuild instructions if you happen to be interested?
Rob Grady

Rob I would love to see your site updated with all of your special products! ;)

[PJ Grady Inc.]

Rob I would love to see your site updated with all of your special products! ;)
I'll be working on that soon...thank you!

[DMC3165]

Excellent! Thanks very much.

Now on to refreshing the steering rack....

Just saw this and wanted to add I recently purchased one of PJ Grady's steering racks and had Rob install it. Very pleased with it. It's a night and day difference from what it was before.