I have a caliper explode and I've replaced it but i bought all the brake parts but the lines to replace... I've run into some problems...
I can't get the screws out of any of the rotors.(I have an 87 TII) I was told to heat them up first then try it... I don't know... I was also told that some cars rotor screws are reverse threaded... and help would be great... thanks


ty

 

Also.. once I take the screws out must I put them back in cause not all cars have the brake rotors screwed in...

 

You got a #3 phillips screwdriver with a square shank to get a crescent wrench on? Only thing I can think of at this point, other than a speed handle, which most guys have never heard of, lol...

 

Get an impact screw driver, not the air type, the hammer type. Look at Sears or your local parts store. Spray with PB Blaster, let it set and soak, the try the impact.

 

thats exactly what u need is the impact screw driver
and an air hammer will work too but is not efficient.

 

why would u wanna use a speed handle on something that isnt even loosened?

 

Get a socket set that has some screwdriver bits in it. Find a socket that will fit the end of the #3 bit, i think it is a 1/4 inch socket. Get a 1/4 to 3/8 adapter so you can put a 6" exstension on it. Then take a hammer and hit the extension with the philips bit in the end of it. HIT IT HARD! Then get a 3/8 ratchet and break it loose. If you can't hold the rotor by hand, get a scredriver of some type of bar to stick between two of the studs to keep it from turning. Sounds complicated, but its very easy if you use a little common since and american engenuity.

Steve

 

Nice idea. But over the years I have stripped out too many screws. I have a set if screwdriver bits for my ratchets and hardly ever get them out, the impact driver comes out first.

Soaking with the PB Blaster is the first thing to try, that stuff is a life saver, blood pressure goes way down with regular use.

 

Yeah, just make sure you dont strip them. If you do, your F***ed

 

Because you can get a LOT of torque and pressure on a fastener with a speed handle, if you know how to use it. Ask any A&P mechanic that's been around a while...

 

or get a drill and just drill them out...once its out...remove the rotor and go at it with a vise grip.......then just get new screws..since the old ones probably have the + all messed up.....

 

I drilled them out this is very easy to do. You don't really need these, however installing the tire is just a little harder but thats it. If you have trouble drill them out

 

Thanks everyone for your ideas I'll begin work tomarrow.... I'll update this post as well...

thanks again

 

When you say the screws in the rotors, you mean the two little screws that hold the rotor steady on the hub as it sits on the wheel lugs? If so the best way to handle the situation is to drill the screws out. If you can't get them out through normal efforts, don't screw around, just drill them out. A lot of people have wasted a lot of time on those screws, but all they do is hold the rotor on when you take the wheel off. It's the wheel and the lugs that hold the rotor on, not the small screws. I have to admit that I was reluctant to drill the screws myself, but it's clearly the best route.

 

Someone suggested an impact screw driver (hammer type), that's what I used and it worked really well. Put it up to the screw and give it one hard hit with the hammer and the screw will come out just like that.