What Caliper part is this?

[my996]

On the first pic, taken of the front pads, are these the pistons from the calipers? Mine were stuck to the pads. Is that normal? Should I reuse them or get new pistons?

On the second pic, what metal part is the arrow pointing to? Do I need to keep that and reuse or is that a part of the pad that can be thrown away?

[Loren]

On the first pic, taken of the front pads, are these the pistons from the calipers? Mine were stuck to the pads. Is that normal? Should I reuse them or get new pistons?

On the second pic, what metal part is the arrow pointing to? Do I need to keep that and reuse or is that a part of the pad that can be thrown away?

Those are the retaining springs that help holds the anti-vibration dampers in place.

Have a look at the brake DIY here for more pics.

[my996]

On the first pic, taken of the front pads, are these the pistons from the calipers? Mine were stuck to the pads. Is that normal? Should I reuse them or get new pistons?

On the second pic, what metal part is the arrow pointing to? Do I need to keep that and reuse or is that a part of the pad that can be thrown away?

Those are the retaining springs that help holds the anti-vibration dampers in place.

Have a look at the brake DIY here for more pics.

thanks Loren. Also, do you think I should replace my dust gaskets and the inner gaskets?

[Loren]

If they are cracked or split - I would say yes. Otherwise I would just check them next time.

[my996]

If they are cracked or split - I would say yes. Otherwise I would just check them next time.

Thanks. That's what I will do.