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Jan 13, 2003 | 05:07 PM

rozdesign

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Caliper Bolts

Can you get these anywhere, or is there a strength rating I should be looking for, i.e. GM part?

Changed the pads a few times and the loc tite is starting to build up...

Thanks

Jan 13, 2003 | 05:41 PM

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Re: Caliper Bolts (rozdesign)

the guide pins that are torqued to something like 30ftlbs....I can't imagine having to replace those often :)

Jan 13, 2003 | 08:59 PM

CHJ In Virginia

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Re: Caliper Bolts (rozdesign)

If you are going to replace them, go with a grade 8 high strength bolt. No use to fool around with inferior fasterers on brakes. Better yet, just take a wire brush in your electric drill and clean the old lok-tite off. Easy and saves the cost of new bolts. If you have changed pads a bunch of times, you might want to take a tap and chase the holes in the caliper bridge to remove the old junk from them.

Jan 13, 2003 | 09:30 PM

Bill Reid

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Re: Caliper Bolts (rozdesign)

I assume you are not using GM pads?... as far as I know all GM pads we have received come with replacement bolts. I don't recommend replacing the bolts with anything but GM part numbers. I don't have the number on me but if you call the shop tomorrow we can look it up for you. Regarding the buildup... like CHJ says, I would recommend running a tap through the caliper bracket holes as well. This will ensure a true torque with the new locktite. :)

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Jan 13, 2003 | 09:33 PM

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Re: Caliper Bolts (rozdesign)

I take a wire brush and clean the locktite off and reuse them many times. I switch pads a rotors after I race at least 50 times.

Jan 13, 2003 | 11:26 PM

Jim 47

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Re: Caliper Bolts (John Shiels)

Yeh, what he said. :iagree:

Jan 13, 2003 | 11:41 PM

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Re: Caliper Bolts (Jim 47)

i just ordered 8 bolts from gm....i am changing to baer rotors and read that bolts should be changed every time....i wouldnt think so be because they arent stretch style????but i got em anyways...better safe than sorry...not too cheap either 5.40 each :yesnod: :yesnod:

Jan 15, 2003 | 02:45 AM

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Can you get these anywhere, or is there a strength rating I should be looking for, i.e. GM part?

Changed the pads a few times and the loc tite is starting to build up...

Thanks

The GM part number is 14067559 and they come in an airtight bag with the loctite (red) already on. 40 of them cost me $40.00 deliverd at: http://www.{Non-supporting vendor}.com