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You don't need the $pecial tool S40-V40

posted by  mormit on  Fri Oct 29 16:08 CST 2004
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I changed all my pads recently. No special tools required.

Go to your local hardware store if you do not have (or borrow) a 6in C-clamp. The head of a C-clamp rotates so it does the same thing as the special tool plus you can clamp things when you need it.

The rear calipers do rotate as they are pushed in. With a 6in C-clamp I pushed my rear calipers back easily. Just put the C-clamp in place with the rotating head over the caliper piston. Tighten. If the piston does not move easily the first turn, back off a half a turn and tighten again. The piston will move freely.

BTW: My recommendation is to get the Mintex pads from FCP Groton. No dust, last longer than stock, stopping power excellent like stock, and at $30 front set $25 rear you can't go wrong.

mormit
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