Brake Rotor Install
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From: Pembroke Pines Florida
Brake Rotor Install
I bought all 4 Gm performance rotors, and I have never swapped rotors before. A friend told me that the rotors should simply slide off the studs after I remove the calipers. Is it really that easy?
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From: Edmond Ok
Originally Posted by BuzzZo6
I bought all 4 Gm performance rotors, and I have never swapped rotors before. A friend told me that the rotors should simply slide off the studs after I remove the calipers. Is it really that easy?
Yes, I put something under the caliper to hold it up as to not put pressure on the hose when you take it off the disk, usually use a bucket upside down. I have never changed these out, but you will more than likely have to expand the caliper. I open the bled and put pressure expanding the caliper.There could be other tricks. Careful with the DOT 3 brake fluid. And try and not get air into the system. If you do you will have to bled that brake of the air.
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From: Franklin KY
There is a how to at www.corvettefever.com/howto/25498/index.html with pictures that should help a little.
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From: Lake Worth FL
St. Jude Donor '03-'05-'06 & '12
Originally Posted by BuzzZo6
I bought all 4 Gm performance rotors, and I have never swapped rotors before. A friend told me that the rotors should simply slide off the studs after I remove the calipers. Is it really that easy?
Also, clean up the hub surface with a wire brush before putting the new rotors on. A little bit of rust can cause vibration.
