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09-05-2008, 06:26 PM

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Brake Caliper tool

Hey guys i cant find the link for the tool to easily push the piston back into place so i can put new brake pads on... anyone show me a pic and link? thanks

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09-05-2008, 06:33 PM

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I use a pair of needle nose pliers for the rear and just a set of pliers for the front.

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09-05-2008, 06:43 PM

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There's a cube shaped tool with prongs on it for the back. Any auto parts store should have it.

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09-05-2008, 06:49 PM

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There's a cube shaped tool with prongs on it for the back. Any auto parts store should have it.

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09-05-2008, 07:01 PM

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Here's the one I got...

http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/...o?itemid=40732

Recommended by expo some time back. Works for front and back.

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09-05-2008, 07:08 PM

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I just got one of those as well. Was using the cube up until now.

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09-07-2008, 01:10 AM

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will a C-clamp work?

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09-07-2008, 01:24 AM

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yeah idk my friend said to use a C-clamp but idk if im comfortable...

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09-07-2008, 04:32 PM

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will a C-clamp work?

I used a c-clamp on the front, but the backs have to rotate in at the same time, hence the tool.

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09-07-2008, 07:12 PM

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i just got the cube... and some brake non sqeak stuff...

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09-07-2008, 07:46 PM

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i used my hand................. but i have retart strength like lenny who crushed the rabbits. thats why im not allowed to pet my dog prince whos a yorkie.

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09-08-2008, 01:05 PM

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I just changed my pads and Autozone let me borrow the tool for free. :D I considered buying one, but I don't mind a 5 min drive to Autozone when I need to change the pads.