j_mezz Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 Hey guys, I'm all set to install new rear calipers for a 93 cutlass and couldn't get the caliper to fit over the rotor. On closer inspection I noticed that the piston is stuck out too far, like it's engaged. Is this an easy fix or should I return it? I'm really hoping it's an easy fix, would like to get this car on the road again! Here's a pic, thanks for any help! Quote
j_mezz Posted October 15, 2013 Author Report Posted October 15, 2013 Is there a trick to that, doesn't seem to want to move... Quote
redgrandprix Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 are you using a little cube looking thing to rotate the piston back in like tightening a bolt? Quote
j_mezz Posted October 15, 2013 Author Report Posted October 15, 2013 no, was using my fingers...did some searching though. I don't have the caliper tool so I guess I have to take the parking brake arm off and do it that way? but now I need a spring expander tool? Quote
BS009 Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 I always used a wrench to do it. box end on the caliper and closed end with a bar through it. No special tools needed. Just need to have a wrench that fits in the grooves to turn it. Once it stops going in I would use a clamp to help it a little more. Just be careful not to bump the parking brake or it'll push back out. Quote
Galaxie500XL Posted October 15, 2013 Report Posted October 15, 2013 Last time, I just used some of those double-jointed needle nose pliers I'd bought to make the LONG reach to that stupid coolant hose clamp on the underside of my LQ1's throttle body. Quote
j_mezz Posted October 18, 2013 Author Report Posted October 18, 2013 Thanks for the help guys, I was able to conclude that it was bad. I used a flat blade screwdriver sideways and was able to apply a lot of pressure but it wouldn't turn in. As I was working on it I noticed several gouge marks where it looked like someone before me had also tried, unsuccessfully, to turn it in. I also tried removing the e-brake arm but still couldn't get it to sit flush. I usually try to do my own research for my projects but this was an unexpected setback and I needed good advice fast, thanks for the quick responses!!! Quote
Crazy K Posted October 18, 2013 Report Posted October 18, 2013 (edited) tip: Autozone has a brake compressor loan-a-tool that works fantastic for turning calipers in. It is kind of a rotatory press the turn the piston in by pushing off the braking for the brake pad. looks like you had even taken the time to paint it up Edited October 18, 2013 by Crazy K Quote
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