Do the non akebono brakes (non sports pkg) allow for the same easy pin out brake job procedure?
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One more question. Will a caliper spreader fit in the top of the caliper? I have one that I used on my Corvette when I changed the pads. I also like the idea of changing one pad at a time. That should make the job easier.
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Thanks Mike. I am going to try the spreader first, but if that doesn't work I'll try the old pads or screwdrivers. The caliper spreader worked great on the Corvette, but you had to unbolt the calipers to change the pads on it.
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You can also use the old pad itself as a pry by using it on end. The piston you push on will stay retracted until you push on the piston next to it in which case it may pop out a little again (fluid following the path of least resistance). Just go back and forth on the 2 pistons a couple of times and it should be fine. If you are increasing thickness significantly it will be a good idea to suck out some brake fluid first.
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yah, but you dont need fansy tools just to open up the caliper. like in my earlier picture, just use large channel-locks with the rubber protective tips (sold at sears).
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But I would defintly use a spreader instead of the channel-locks you had. Reason being that you don't want to put uneven pressure on the piston as this can lead to the piston to bind up or the seal to start leaking in the long run.
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