Actually you can just use a screw driver to retract the piston just pry between the pad and piston while still on the car. That's what old school mechanics do and it works great, I use a $5 tool I bought that screws in works awesome.

 

The $5 brake piston retractor is one of the most useful tools I have in my gear bag. Very easy to use...

 

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brakes.jsp?...lar=&perfCode=S


Im in need of brakes and came across these on tire rack anyone have any experience with them? I know they're cheap but for a street/spirited driving pad they dont look too bad than for track throw on some hawks. opinions/experiences?

 

Wrong forum. BTW, what's wrong with the OEM pads? I'd stick with what works and be worry-free.

 

[QUOTE=CRDMS1,Apr 4 2007, 06:56 AM]

The $5 brake piston retractor is one of the most useful tools I have in my gear bag.

 

No extra tool needed. I just use the same 12mm wrench that I use to loosen the caliper bolt. Just stick one end through the slot in the top of the caliper and use it as a lever against the piston, pivoting against the side of the slot. A longer wrench would increase the leverage if you prefer.

 

thats still not as nice as the channel locks but close 2nd. You don't need to buy $50 ones. Harbor Freight and Sears "Champion" brand have cheap options.

Once you have one you can use it to remove your oil filter and in general they find a lot of non brake use on my cars.

-Ry

 

Been using the channelocks for years now. Not only fo they have a lot of non-brake uses on the cars, but they have a lot of non-brake uses around the house.

 

Okay I'm going to buy one for my house .