Can a cordless/pneumatic band file be used to clean brake caliper brackets?

Tiny
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The areas on the bracket where the hardware clips go?
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Saturday, February 18th, 2023 AT 4:53 AM

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Tiny
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Yep, that should work just dont take off too much material from the caliper mount, can you please upload an images of what you are talking about so I can see and make sure you are safe please?
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Saturday, February 18th, 2023 AT 7:28 PM
Tiny
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Sure!
Sorry for the poor image. I drew an arrow.
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Sunday, February 19th, 2023 AT 5:24 AM
Tiny
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Yep, you are good, be careful of the tool not to grab, most people use regular sand power though unless extremally rusted.
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Sunday, February 19th, 2023 AT 11:30 AM

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