"jim beam" <spamvortex@bad.example.net> wrote in message
news:g6udnRlh6II_AN_bnZ2dnUVZ_uWlnZ2d@speakeasy.ne t...
> Eric wrote:
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>> I would avoid using non OE parts, the rubber tends not to last as long.
>> As
>> Tegger noted, use Sil-Glyde silicone grease. AGS,
>> http://www.agscompany.com, makes two different types. One is "Brake
>> Lubricant" and the other is regular Sil-Glyde. I'm not sure what the
>> differences are between the two. If you read the MSDS sheets for the
>> two,
>> then you'll note that they're very similar. I use regular Sil-Glyde and
>> have not had a problem with it.
>>
>> Eric
>
> i've used sil-glyde - it's abysmal stuff. it gets absorbed by the rubber
> and turns into an adhesive goo in no time.
>
> "permatex ultra disk brake caliper lube" is the way to go.

This is strange Jim. I have used Sil-Glyde for years and years with no
problems whatsoever...I have never used the Permatex but with your
recommendation I give it a try next time.

DaveD