Rear bendix calliper rebuild.

[red vtec]

Has anyone refurbished the rear bendix callipers I see SJ sell replacement seals etc. but PNM do a refurbishment as they say it’s a specialist job? I’ve got them off, 
 

 

[Escape]

I have rebuilt a set, pretty similar to other calipers. I didn't take the handbrake mechanism apart completely, just cleaned it and made sure it was working as should. Main reason for the rebuild was a leaking piston seal, fitting new seals was very straightforward.

I've attached a detailed description (from Matra, who used the same calipers on several models, as did Renault etc).

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Brakes.pdf

[red vtec]

@Escape thanks for the information 

[Escape]

I should add, I didn't take the cilinder out of the bracket either. As it was a leaking seal and not a binding piston, I saw no need to. The Lotus Workshop Manual details how to replace the seals without taking the caliper apart as well.

[red vtec]

I’ve been looking and it looks like an Espace calliper may be a replacement? 

[Escape]

Not sure about the Espace, but I think the Matra calipers, though very similar, have a slightly different mounting. Those are available, I'll check for differences next time I'm working on the Bagheera.

[red vtec]

This is the one I found, looks like a newer fitting for handbrake 

https://www.car-parts.ie/car-parts/ridex/p-15183770

[Escape]

I'd be careful ordering something like that online. The picture might not be accurate and some subtle differences might not show. Though in this case there's not a lot to go wrong.

When in doubt, I'll always order from my local supplier, as he's happy to take parts back if it turns out they don't fit after all. Actually, because of that service, I always order there whenever possible, instead of looking for cheaper alternatives online. It's just not worth the fuzz.