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Old 05-27-2004, 05:29 PM
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? How to hold the piston in on rear caliper for pad replacement ?
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Old 05-27-2004, 05:43 PM
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Default get the piston retracting tool from Autozone?
Maybe I don't understand the question though. Are you asking how to restract the piston?
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c-clamp!
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Default I use a C clamp too, but...
You also need the tool to twist the piston back in. Brute force alone will not do it. I usually try to push the piston back in using just the tool and pushing by hand, If this doesn't work, I put the tool between the c - clamp and the piston, then I turn the tool with pliers as I gradually tighten the clamp. I know some guys just turn the piston with pliers, but this method scores up the piston and can damage the boot.
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<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/52091/dcp01374.jpg"></center><p>works like a charm!
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Default I rented one at a local shop for $8 per day..
needs some twisting on the rears.
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Default I just want to swap pads...
thought there was a way of keeping the piston from comming out, or is it just going to happen and I have to get it back in ???
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C-clamp and a poly grip.
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If any local (Vancouver, BC) guys want to borrow it, let me know
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