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Reply #30July 28, 2005, 11:13:36 am

Maarten

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« Reply #30 on: July 28, 2005, 11:13:36 am »
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Rear calipers are noted for parking brake issues. Make sure the parking brake works & the bleed screw opens before you buy a used rear caliper


Audi A3, Golf Mk4/Jetta Mk4 aluminium rear calipers fit on scirocco/rabbit A2 carriers:


http://vwcaddyforum.com/showthread.php?t=5312

Because the calipers are aluminium and have an improved E-brake, problem solved  8)
Audi A3 TDI '98
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Reply #31July 28, 2005, 11:30:47 am

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« Reply #31 on: July 28, 2005, 11:30:47 am »
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Audi A3, Golf Mk4/Jetta Mk4 aluminium rear calipers fit on scirocco/rabbit A2 carriers:


http://vwcaddyforum.com/showthread.php?t=5312

Because the calipers are aluminium and have an improved E-brake, problem solved  8)


I agree but now the problem is proportioning. The larger piston needs more fluid. I read up on some issues trying to make those work & my solution was to sell the set I had & put the money twards a new set of rear calipers. I paid $20 for the aluminum ones & sold them for $120. That eased the pain alittle on the new rears $250pr. & alot less effort to make them work.