copper grease ok for brake parts?

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Fri 27 May 2005 11:42
copper grease ok for brake parts? - sean31
Can someone tell me if it is ok to use copper grease on the brake shoe assembly...ie. pivots points,self adjuster threads etc. cheers.
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Fri 27 May 2005 11:50
copper grease ok for brake parts? - shoei
Yes, no problem, don`t get any on the brake pad area though
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Sun 29 May 2005 16:52
copper grease ok for brake parts? - ihpj
Yes, no problem, don`t get any on the brake pad area
though

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Like he said :)

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Sat 28 May 2005 21:39
copper grease ok for brake parts? - Cyd
Use it sparingly. Do not get it onto any surface of the brake pad material - including sides and back. Grease compounds can leach through brake pad material affecting braking performance.
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Sat 28 May 2005 22:43
copper grease ok for brake parts? - none
The proper stuff is ok. Beware of the the budget stuff though, more copper coloured than copper content - you might as well use ordinary grease. Most manufacturers still use white brake grease on brake backplates.
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Mon 30 May 2005 15:02
copper grease ok for brake parts? - v8man
It is worth pointing out the difference between copper slip and normal lithium grease. Copper slip is an anti-sieze compound not a lubricant. Normal lithium high temperature grease is for lubricating.
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Wed 1 Jun 2005 10:58
copper grease ok for brake parts? - sean31
I am confused now...

So copper slip has no lubricating qualities at all?

Should i remove shoe assembly again and just use ordinary Lithium grease?

What actually is copper used for? mainly exposed nuts/bolts etc
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Wed 1 Jun 2005 13:58
copper grease ok for brake parts? - P 2501
Basically yes. It is often used in brake systems though.

As mentioned copper slip is not a lubricant but an anti sieze.
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Wed 1 Jun 2005 14:28
copper grease ok for brake parts? - dieselhead
Don't get copper grease on brake dust seals/rubbers as it rots them
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Wed 1 Jun 2005 18:46
copper grease ok for brake parts? - Doc
As mentioned copper slip is not a lubricant but an anti
sieze.


Wynns claim that their product is a lubricant:


"Copper Grease 500ml
Parts and Maintenance: Grease
Manufacturer: Wynns
Product Code: 10279

High temperature lubricant Wynn's Copper Grease is a specialised high temperature lubrication and anti-seize compound that is formulated to: Protect metal components against corrosion, heat and water. Stop and prevent brake disc squeal. Protect heat stressed metal components from seizure. Withstand temperatures up to 1100°C. Ease future dismantling."



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Wed 1 Jun 2005 22:12
copper grease ok for brake parts? - Number_Cruncher
What is the difference between a lubricant and an anti-sieze substance?

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