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Old 25th April 2020, 12:04 PM
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Thanks for the reply MJ.

I actually have a pair of brand new calipers I bought from main dealer a couple of years ago just in case they became NLA. It seems like an expensive option at £900 ish just because of seized nipples though.

I've already just fit new calipers on the rear so it looks like I'll be doing the same on the front.

I'll then probably send the originals away for a refurb.
Now seems like a good time to use the new calipers, no point holding on to them. As you have said, get the others refurbished when you have the time, they will look brand new.
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