spoolen7

ok so i neglected to change out my rear breaks due to the fact i dont dd the car anymore. now i go to put in new rotors and pads and i can't get the rear caliper to push in. i am using a c clamp like i normally do on front break jobs. any idea why it wont go in? i removed the cap for the break fluid like i do on the fronts but it feels stuck not moving at all and its almost all the way out. thanks for the help rx8club

EDZRIDE

iTrader: (1)

You need to rotate the piston as you push it in.

TANKERG

The rear doesn't push it twists. Tip: put a little liquid wrench between the caliper and the boot to let it twist without ripping the boot

rickeo

iTrader: (1)

Yup, it needs to be twisted. I use one of these:

OEM/Rear disc brake cube for use with 3/8 in. drive tool (25071) | Brake Tool | AutoZone.com

You can get one at any auto parts store.

spoolen7

awesome thanks guys i will def get it knocked out.

spoolen7

@rickeo good stuff now ill grab b4 i go back in and tankerg thanks for the tip so i dont tear anything up.

TANKERG

Also autozone should rent caliper tool sets.

SayNoToPistons

iTrader: (8)

They sell for a few bucks... Don't cheap out. I've warned others in the past that c-clamps can potentially damage the caliper internals.

spoolen7

@saynotopistons thanks for that I always use a c clamp on the front but it just dosent feel right. Im going today to get the rest of what I need yeah ill shell out the money for it since the fd brakes are next in line. Thanks again

Grady

yea i just changed my breaks yesterday. auto zone will rent you the tool to change it easily .

SayNoToPistons

iTrader: (8)

The fronts can be compressed with c-clamps as they are not screwed on.

alnielsen

iTrader: (4)

I believe you will find the FD rear brakes work the same way. They are the same design that were on my FB. And yes, I use a c-clamp for my brakes two.