disc brake reapair

[GRANDPA STEVE]

Hi I have 1983 Brat. Does anyone know how to compress the calipares?

 

Dan

[idosubaru]

the front calipers need to be turned in just like a bolt. clockwise to go in, counter to come out. they are on a threaded spindle, trying to press them in won't work or will break them.

 

most auto parts stores carry a $3 tool to that attaches to your ratchet. one of the sides of the "box" (that's what the tool look like) will fit your calipers. or you can make one out of an old socket. just grind/cut off most of the socket and leave "ears" sticking out to grab the forms in the top of the calipers piston.

[GRANDPA STEVE]

the front calipers need to be turned in just like a bolt. clockwise to go in, counter to come out. they are on a threaded spindle, trying to press them in won't work or will break them.

 

most auto parts stores carry a $3 tool to that attaches to your ratchet. one of the sides of the "box" (that's what the tool look like) will fit your calipers. or you can make one out of an old socket. just grind/cut off most of the socket and leave "ears" sticking out to grab the forms in the top of the calipers piston.

Thank you so much. I have never seen a brake like this.

 

Dan

[idosubaru]

it's because the emergency brake is on the front calipers (as opposed to the rear setup like many others).

[Milemaker13]

or you can make one out of an old socket. just grind/cut off most of the socket and leave "ears" sticking out to grab the forms in the top of the calipers piston.

Thats an awesome idea! I have the "box", but Oh Boy if I didn't