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Old 09-23-2020 | 08:22 AM
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I have a 2010 997.2 TT and while replacing the front wheel Brake Pads I noticed that 2 of the Pistons in the Calipers were chipped with small pieces missing from them. (should have taken pictures).
I would like to replace the pistons but having a hard time locating them. The front Caliper has 6 pistons and are of 3 different sizes.
Rock Auto has rear pistons but not front ones and the rears are all one size which of course do not fit the front.
The Caliper is made by Brembo but they do not list parts only replacement units at an absorbent price.
I found an other company that sells pistons but they are not listed by type fitment. I would need to know the dimension of each piston and style in order to purchase from them if indeed they had the proper ones.
To do this would require removing each piston and measuring unless there is a number on them. I am reluctant to do this at the present time but may be an option this winter when the car is stored.
An other option is to contact Brembo but was told by my local Porsche dealer they do not sell parts for there Calipers.
My question is does any one know where I can purchase the pistons.
Old 09-23-2020 | 09:01 AM
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Contact racing brake, they may have some options for you
Old 09-23-2020 | 10:17 AM
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Mine did the same thing. I replaced them with the RB rebuild kit. https://racingbrake.com contact them for the right kit. Not cheap but they are cheaper and better than the OEM parts.



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Old 09-23-2020 | 04:42 PM
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You need 34mm pistons. Centric makes replacements for you at a fraction of the cost.

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Old 09-24-2020 | 06:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Canyonrs4
Mine did the same thing. I replaced them with the RB rebuild kit. https://racingbrake.com contact them for the right kit. Not cheap but they are cheaper and better than the OEM parts.


Those replacements look really good. Are they also stainless?
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Yes they are stainless steel. Have worked flawlessly for several years.
Old 09-24-2020 | 12:36 PM
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Ohio Performance.
Thanks for the reply.
Front Caliper Pistons are not all the same size. Either 2 are the same as per Petza914 picture or all 3 are different size.
Will have to take another look.
Old 09-24-2020 | 12:48 PM
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Yep! Your fronts will be 28/32/38mm and your rears are 34/34mm.

There are a couple of companies (I believe demon speed in Ohio) that also make replacement pucs for your calipers. Those ceramic ones are great but are notorious for chipping.



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Is an absorbent price so high that it soaks up all of your money? I think spell-check is messing with you.
Old 09-25-2020 | 07:22 AM
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You got it, I will blame spell check as I would never spell any word incirectly
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Old 09-25-2020 | 08:03 AM
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Thanks for the info. Very helpful.
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Just responded to a 2009 997 turbo owner clarifying the piston sizes between Turbo and Turbo S with pccb

https://images.racingbrake.com/calip...nt-caliper.PNG




Note the different RB caliper P/N assignment:

BP-605 (Red iron) & BP-606 (pccb):
Piston sizes: 28/32/38x32mm
Caliper legs: Asymmetrical (one high, one low) like the one in this thread.
Caliper mounting spread: 142mm

BP-607 is for Turbo S
Piston sizes: 28/32/36x32mm
Caliper legs; Symmetrical (legs are the same height)
Caliper mounting spread: 225mm

Our sourcing matrix eliminates the trouble & mistake in dealing with VIN#, OE caliper/casting numbers etc. Precision fitment & durable performance has made us #1 choice of Porsche and other motorsports enthusiasts.

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I've called and e-mailed RacingBrake numerous times trying to find the correct parts to buy from them. They have never responded. If you call, the message indicates that they don't/won't answer the phone and to use their e-mail/contact form to get a response. Still no luck..
I've even google mapped their location and called the business next door to them to see if they are still in business, supposedly they are. Maybe they will see this and get in touch.

I can't figure out how to PM them thru here or I would do that too.



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