front brake pads
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Just, remove the caliper and old pads compress the piston back in the caliper and reinstall the new pads. One thing that'll really make a big difference is to buy the Earl's Solo Bleed screws which are only $20 for four of them at Summit. You'll want to bleed the old brake fluid out if it's black.
With the Earl Solo Bleeds in place on each caliper, bleeding each brake caliper is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO easy! Don't buy the "Russel" or "Speed Bleeder" brand bleeders which uses sealant goo on the threads.
With the Earl Solo Bleeds in place on each caliper, bleeding each brake caliper is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO easy! Don't buy the "Russel" or "Speed Bleeder" brand bleeders which uses sealant goo on the threads.
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No bolts to remove. The caliper is held to the bracket with a retaining pin and circlip.
Just, remove the lower circlip and pull out the retaining pin with some pliers. The caliper will lift right out.
Just, remove the lower circlip and pull out the retaining pin with some pliers. The caliper will lift right out.
Drifting
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The calipers have to be removed to replace the pads/linings and yes, this is simply a circlip and retaining pin. I'd keep something handy to lay the caliper on while it's removed to avoid putting stress on the hose. You can even use a bent metal coat hanger to 'hang' the caliper while replacing the pads.
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