What is this plastic part on caliper brakes called?
Bicycles Asked on February 27, 2021
What is this plastic part called and is it possible to get a replacement? It’s commonly found on Shimano caliper brakes. I have a pair of brakes where one is missing both of these plastic bits and as a result, the brake makes creaking sounds when operated.
One Answer
With the information provided by Criggie's comment I was able to find an exploded diagram of the Shimano Exage brake with a part list.
That part is called (descriptively) a "Sleeve". It's part number 83E 0900
Searching for the part number reveals that Shimano uses that same part number on several different brakes.
I asked The Google as nicely as I could but found no replacement sleeves or brake rebuild kits available.
You are looking at:
- Making your own per Criggie's comment
- Scavenging sleeves from another caliper
- Replacing the caliper
- Living with the creaking sound
- Duct tape?
Correct answer by David D on February 27, 2021
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