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boris
27-08-2016, 05:19 PM
Need some replacement R-Clips for the calliper pins. Can anyone point me to a source as I don't need the pins (and clips) as a set? Thanks in advance..

rollo22
27-08-2016, 06:00 PM
Try local agricultural supply shop

Darren69
27-08-2016, 07:20 PM
I'dhave thought an rc model shop would be a better option. They're quite small.

chris.p
27-08-2016, 08:02 PM
They need to be stainless steel, the so best ring your local Ducati shop, or google them.

slob
27-08-2016, 08:05 PM
http://www.avantiraceparts.co.uk/shop.php?id=3&cat=18

boris
28-08-2016, 07:20 AM
Nice one Slob. Much appreciated. Thanks to you others for your replies. Never thought of a Model Shop?

Flip
28-08-2016, 09:24 AM
Just to add another option to replacing the R-clips, I rather like lockwire for the job.

One as I have it around and two, because it's generally more secure than clips.

boris
28-08-2016, 07:28 PM
Totally agree Flip (much experience of wire-locking in previous aircraft engineering days). But I know the cost of a reel of locking wire and pliers far exceeds a set of R-clips..

Nickj
29-08-2016, 05:35 PM
I must have at least 4 somewhere as I also have a pair of slightly rough 4 pot calipers knocking around.
Also got a full seal pack for the rear caliper in case of need.

Flip
29-08-2016, 07:41 PM
Totally agree Flip (much experience of wire-locking in previous aircraft engineering days). But I know the cost of a reel of locking wire and pliers far exceeds a set of R-clips..

Yep I totally get that and to be honest if it wasn't for me having it because of my race bike I would still be using R-clips too :biggrin: