SLCL914@aol.com wrote:
> Yesterday, I started to change out my front brake pads, using the Haynes
> manual as a reference. Well, after I removed the old pads and anti-squeal
> shims, it says that I need to use a large flat blade to push the caliper back
> in to fit the new pads (after removing a bit of brake fluid to allow for
> this). Try as I might, I cannot push the caliper in at all. does anyone know
> a solution to this?
> Many Thanks,
> Stephen LaBonte
> '76 Spitfire 1500 (Monster)
Steve,
I used a block of wood and a large 'C' clamp to compress the piston on my
Spit.... worked great!
Cheers,
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