Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

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Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

15 Jul 2014 15:53 - 15 Jul 2014 16:02
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My question is simple: How in the world do I push the callipers back inside to fit the new, bigger brake pads in?? They don't move a quantum.
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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

15 Jul 2014 16:07 - 15 Jul 2014 16:08
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Do you mean push the piston in the brake caliper back a bit ?
If so then I use one of these or a similar type of clamp. It should not require much pressure.


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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

15 Jul 2014 18:16 - 15 Jul 2014 18:36
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Open the bleeder valve first then use a flat blade screwdriver to pry it open ;)

Also put a short length of clear tube on the bleeder valve so you can keep from making a mess and keep air out of the caliper.

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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

15 Jul 2014 21:34
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I was hoping I don't have to remove any liquid. I don't have any of those clamps. Any other suggestions? :P
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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

15 Jul 2014 22:18
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If you don't have a C-clamp its time for a new tool, They're like $5. Many, many, uses. I have over 30 of various sizes/shapes. Or you could rent a caliper piston press thing from any auto place, which would likely be as much as a buying a c-clamp.
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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

16 Jul 2014 06:54
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You are right. Im going to buy one.
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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

16 Jul 2014 07:35
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Leave the old brake pad against the piston when you commpress the piston and put an old rag on outside of caliper to protect it from c clamp.
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Re: Changing brake pads - Caliper Question

16 Jul 2014 09:10
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too late. a neighbor had one and it got in smooth without any force. installed in a minute :) thank you guys
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