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I just got back a rebuilt caliper from TRF. A few months earlier I had my other one done from TRF and it installed fine. It just slipped on the rotor, no problem. On this one, the pads are too close and it won't fit over the rotor. Do I press the pistons/pads in with something to make more room? I don't want to ruin anything. Any advice would be appreciated.
 
Mike,

I've always used a pair of channel-locks to spread the pistons. I usually stick a small piece of wood on the piston so I won't trash it.

This is pretty normal procedure when installing new pads.
 
As Shannon suggests works fine. I normally retract the pistons with a large screwdriver wedged between the old pads, having cocked the piston once using the pliers method.
 
I have been told there is an inexpensive simple tool made just for this that is generic and can be used on any (almost) caliper)
 
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I have been told there is an inexpensive simple tool made just for this that is generic and can be used on any (almost) caliper)

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Seriously, there are such tools, but I've never found one necessary. Simply levering against an old pad or otherwise keeping even pressure on the piston as you lever it is enough.
 
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I have been told there is an inexpensive simple tool made just for this that is generic and can be used on any (almost) caliper)

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Yes, there is and I have one, an ancient one. I did a google search just now and none of the modern ones look like they'de be suitable.

Use a big screwdriver, and if you're concerned about damaging the new pads, just use the old ones to lever the pistons back and then swap the new ones in. If one piston is stickier then a C-clamp can do the job....
 
I've always used a pair of channel locks with a piece of wood or large screwdriver. Works every time.
 
Hi,

Another vote for C-clamps. I use them on modern brake calipers, too.

Regards,
 
Do though be careful when transferring this procedure to other cars. Some require the piston to be screwed back. You'll know right away, as the piston will have a solid rather than spongy feel to the screwdriver/clamp/plier.
 
The second link that Geo gave is the one I have seen in the past. But in all honesty, I have used all sorts of things like big screw drivers, C clamps etc, with no problem.
 
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