Author [expand]	[Modern View]
db 09-24-2004 18:57:58 152.163.100.202 11299 Report to Moderator	Did you compress the piston in the caliper? You may need to replace the caliper if it's not bleeding right. [Reply]  [No Email]
MikeH-Tx 09-24-2004 21:10:32 24.243.243.37 11301 Report to Moderator	Re: Re: 74 Chevy C30 brakes in reply to db, 09-24-2004 18:57:58   Nope, I didn't compress the piston. That has to be it. I checked with the local auto parts store and they have an unbelievable bargain: $40 for a complete assembly, including pads. How can I say no? Thanks, I will go at it again and compress the piston first.   [Reply]  [No Email]
Loren 10-13-2004 19:43:52 12.108.31.69 11448 Report to Moderator	Re: Re: Re: 74 Chevy C30 brakes in reply to MikeH-Tx, 09-24-2004 21:10:32   Most of the rigs with metal to metal and a caliper that won't slide off is due to the piston being stuck in the caliper bore and not releasing the pads, ala worn out brakes. Get a pry bar in behind the OUTER edge(between the caliper and rotor) of the caliper and make enough room for the grooves to clear. It'll slide right off. Think twice about saving all you can on brake parts, it's your life not a video game. Loren   [Reply]  [No Email]