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sharkbite1979
11-13-2005, 05:42 PM
I am trying to remove the calipers to change out my brake pads, but the 2 bolts on the rear of the caliper are a PITA and I am not moving them at all....I want to make sure i am turning the bolts in the correct direction (lefty loosey, righty tighty).

Help is appreciated, plus any tips to aid me in my journey,...thanks!
Silver_2000
11-13-2005, 06:28 PM
this might help
http://www.svtlightnings.com/talon/brakes/brakes.htm

dont remember any reverse threaded bolts

I do remember breaking 2 sockets on 3 trucks though
http://www.svtlightnings.com/talon/brakes/MVC-057X.jpg
99WhiteBeast
11-13-2005, 07:22 PM
Use a "cheater" (metal pipe) on a breaker bar and they should break loose. They can be rather tough- I guess to all the heat and rust build up.
L8 APEX
11-13-2005, 11:23 PM
The calipers come off with the T45 Torx I believe not the 18mm bolts the 18's hold the bracket over the rotor. Also the 18MM are locktite in place and a little heat helps release them. You only need to pull the Torx to R&R the pads and calipers.
PoorSvtman
11-13-2005, 11:56 PM
The calipers come off with the T45 Torx I believe not the 18mm bolts the 18's hold the bracket over the rotor. Also the 18MM are locktite in place and a little heat helps release them. You only need to pull the Torx to R&R the pads and calipers.


^^ wut he said
sharkbite1979
11-14-2005, 07:19 PM
finally said f*** it and took it in....$100 well spent. Thanks for all your help!