Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Ordering some pads all round today. As mine have been on there way out. I've never done a pad change before. Always put it into a garage but im getting to the point where im doing so much on the V and my old Type-R. I feel i should do it myself, learn and save money as most of us do. What tools would i need to make this change. I have the majority of stuff for various jobs. But as i havent done pads i dont know if i will need to buy anything particular etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris_GlanzaV98 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Socket set mate and the windingToolmtomwons the rear calipers back in mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Socket set mate and the windingToolmtomwons the rear calipers back in mate socket set - check What do i need for the piston? Is that actually a tool or a typo!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
akyakapotter Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 I used long nosed pliers but yes there is a wind back tool Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 i used a C clamps for pushing the piston back in worked a charm with a small peice of wood on the piston http://www.diy.com/nav/fix/handtools/clamps-vices/Irwin-Quick-Grip-6-Quick-Change-Bar-Clamp-12389326 James Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 i used a C clamps for pushing the piston back in worked a charm with a small peice of wood on the piston http://www.diy.com/nav/fix/handtools/clamps-vices/Irwin-Quick-Grip-6-Quick-Change-Bar-Clamp-12389326 James So am i right in thinking, small piece of wood against piston, 1st clamp over the wood onto piston and the second clamp on the rear of the caliper to push it back? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 One of these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RIGHT-HANDED-BRAKE-CALIPER-PISTON-REWIND-TOOL-SET-WIND-BACK-KIT-USE-ON-MOST-CARS-/161119587670?pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item258379cd56 John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 only need one clamp really you dont need a peice of wood but i allways did for safety. put the clamp on the piston and caliper then squeeze until piston is all the way in really simple! james Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 only need one clamp really you dont need a peice of wood but i allways did for safety. put the clamp on the piston and caliper then squeeze until piston is all the way in really simple! james If it's just that, surely you can put a little bit of wood across, squeeze with your fingers and slot the pad in? Or is it quite hard to move? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 only need one clamp really you dont need a peice of wood but i allways did for safety. put the clamp on the piston and caliper then squeeze until piston is all the way in really simple! james This is for the front calipers, the rears need turning back, also remove the reservoir cap and keep an eye on the level as you push the pistons back in their housing John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 This is for the front calipers, the rears need turning back, also remove the reservoir cap and keep an eye on the level as you push the pistons back in their housing John Hmm, the tool you linked says for right hand side? Could i just use this for all four corners? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Hmm, the tool you linked says for right hand side? Could i just use this for all four corners? Only need for the rears, they are thread, the front's just push back and the tool will do both sides John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Only need for the rears, they are thread, the front's just push back and the tool will do both sides John Okay, so for the front would i need anything special to get them back in? Like the tool for B&Q jimmymac linked? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 This brake caliper piston tool set is suitable for use on disc brake calipers fitted to most European and Japanese Cars with a right handed thread. Comes with reaction plate and adaptors number 1 and 2. Suitable for use on ( with No1 adaptor ) Alfa Romeo, Audi, Citroën, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Jaguar, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Rover, Saab, Seat, Subaru, VW, Volvo and ( with No2 adaptor ) Ford, Mazda, Mitsubishi & Toyota plus many, many more. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 The G clamp will work as described, but ensure you loosen the cap on the reservoir John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 (edited) This is for the front calipers, the rears need turning back, also remove the reservoir cap and keep an eye on the level as you push the pistons back in their housing John ahh i see couldnt make things simple lol so yeah this works for the front not the back then, i stuck a rag around the reservoir to soak up any fluid ( dont forget to take cap off!!! ) For £8 best of getting that tool John shared with you James Edited November 12, 2013 by jimmymac101 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Just bought it! Thanks guys, i'll be sure to open the cap in the bay and chuck a cloth over it to soak up any excess! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 when i did mine i wrapped the LARGE rag around the reservoir so it could all overflow and just get soaked up let us know how it goes man james Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 when i did mine i wrapped the LARGE rag around the reservoir so it could all overflow and just get soaked up let us know how it goes man james Will be attacking it this weekend, painting the calipers whilst im at it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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