Caliper Restoration FAQ

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Everything you need to know about caliper restoration.

Caliper HQ covers everything you need to know about caliper restoration, have a question? CHQ has the answers right here.

Of course! Providing that the caliper cores are in good condition, they can be rebuilt to like new or better.

Calipers with surface corrosion can be rebuilt providing the critical surfaces have not been damaged by rust or contamination.

Yes, replacement calipers can come from any number of sources and the quality can differ greatly depending on manufacturer. Caliper HQ rebuilds your original caliper back to like-new performance or better.

Leaking brake calipers can be dangerous and should be addressed immediately. Failure to fix a leak can result in serious bodily harm or property damage. Contact your mechanic or Caliper HQ for more diagnostic information.

The Caliper HQ process includes a full tear-down and inspection of each component to ensure safe reliable operation after being rebuilt. For more details about our process check out our Caliper R&R Page

Caliper seizing can be caused by several factors, including environmental contamination, fluid contamination, worn components, or simply mileage and age. Don’t worry! Caliper HQ can repair most seized calipers back to like-new condition.

Caliper HQ prices based on the complexity of the caliper design and finish options. For more information, contact Caliper HQ sales.

There are many signs that your brake calipers require attention including: leaks, binding or seized pistons, vehicle pulling to one side under braking, soft or spongy brake pedal, noise during braking, smell from behind the tire and inability to stop the vehicle, can indicate caliper issues and should be addressed immediately.

We love restorations and can rebuild your calipers to their original look with our finish processes while updating internal components to the most advanced seals and dust boots.

Caliper HQ specializes in the hard to find or out of stock calipers that no one else has. Our global network provides access to rare and unique calipers for vintage European vehicles, industrial and agricultural equipment, medium and heavy duty trucks.

Caliper HQ can rebuild pretty much any passenger vehicle or light truck manufactured in the last 100 years. Have something rare? Give us a call, we can help.

Calipers sold as “new” are often of lesser quality than the original equipment. Caliper HQ specializes in rebuilding your original calipers to better than new condition providing peace of mind and confidence that your vehicle will stop as good or better than new.

Depending on the type of caliper and corrosion protection options, most calipers can be returned in less than 10 working days + shipping time

Phenolic pistons are great at heat dissipation but can hide hidden damage and should always be replaced. Caliper HQ uses tier 1 piston suppliers to ensure a perfect fit and function in your new calipers. Be wary of reused Phenolic pistons in many rebuilt calipers on the market.

Caliper HQ offers 3 levels of corrosion protection including our CHQ Infinity powder coated finish, CHQ Alpha MIL spec plating, and CHQ Select moisture displacement coating. For more information on corrosion protection check out the Caliper R&R Page

Pulling to one side can indicate a brake caliper issue or other problem with your vehicle and should not be ignored. A qualified service professional can help diagnose the issue and get you back on the road.

Caliper HQ can get your fleet off the rack and back on the road. We can provide one-off repairs or complete preventative maintenance plans for fleets of any size. Call us today for more information at (562) 528-8200.

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