Tommyd16 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Just replaced my rear coilovers, anti roll bar, drop links and discs. But I couldn’t do my pads because I couldn’t get the slider pins out. Any tricks or advice before i probably butcher them tomorow to get them out!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Bullitt Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 You mean the brake pins? I would rip the old ones out and order a stainless set from Chris Wilson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommyd16 Posted March 23, 2018 Author Share Posted March 23, 2018 I have new pins. Just can’t get the old brake pins out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 This can be a truly awful job. Have they flared at the end where youve been trying to tap them out? Make aure you only use a correct sized punch. If you havent already knackered them, heating the pins up can help. Cutting the pins in the middle can also help if theyre still being stubborn. Worst case scenario they will need drilling out, which really needs a steady bench/ press drill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommyd16 Posted March 23, 2018 Author Share Posted March 23, 2018 I don’t think they have flared yet. Looks like I will have to remove the calipers completely then. Was thinking about cutting them in half then trying to remove each part. Problem is my Dremel is in my dads garage and the only thing I have at my flat is cold chisels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren M Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Unfortunately having the proper tools is the key to sorting jobs like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Get a good pair of mole grips and give them a good twist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 I don’t think they have flared yet. Looks like I will have to remove the calipers completely then. Was thinking about cutting them in half then trying to remove each part. Problem is my Dremel is in my dads garage and the only thing I have at my flat is cold chisels /QUOTE] Definitely remove them from the car, its not difficult. Maybe have a word with Keron and see if he can do it for you if you're struggling (Sure he'll have had to do this before), hes not too far from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraLEDrears Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 Get a good pair of mole grips and give them a good twist. This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 I have a few UK calipers gone to be weighed in as someone has broken the casting getting the old pins out. I have a jig that bolts to the milling machine bed. It holds the caliper 100% true and rigid so I can drill the old pins out after using a centre drill on the end of the damage inflicted with hammers and assorted brute force attacks. DO NOT try drilling them free hand, it will almost certainly end in disaster!! If you send me the calipers I can sort them properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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