Brake Piston Compression Tool

[Oliveoil2]

That might work. I use a big channel locks.

If the piston wants to go, it'll go. If it doesn't you have other problems. The exact right tool isn't important, you just don't want to chip the piston or cock it sideways.

This^^^^. Love the extra large channel locks! A specialty tool for all makes.

 

[cb_13]

I've never seen that type before . I shoulda mentioned it's for a single piston caliper .

It works for either. One side is fixed the other slides to the center for single piston applications. Gets the job done real fast with an air ratchet.

 

[Warstud]

Have wanted this Lisle for a long time, the price keeps escalating, but I get by with a few c clamps of the appropriate size just fine.

Lisle 25750 Dual Piston Brake Caliper Compressor, metal https://a.co/d/fa6OUkq

Yes ......... that is the Lisle one I was referring to in my first post .

 

[paulo57509]

There's one of these vintage KD tools in my father's roll away. He never used it. I used it once. It takes a gorilla grip to turn the handle to get the pads to spread. There are better alternatives.

 

[The Critic]

Have wanted this Lisle for a long time, the price keeps escalating, but I get by with a few c clamps of the appropriate size just fine.

Lisle 25750 Dual Piston Brake Caliper Compressor, metal https://a.co/d/fa6OUkq

This one works for most sliding calipers.

 

[scotty.honda.dog]

I use this one the most:
Lisle 24400 Disc Brake Pad Spreader https://a.co/d/c0GTfMw

I have this one also, use it rarely:
Lisle 25750 Dual Piston Brake... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SQUTU

 

[UG_Passat]

Here's a pic of the rear caliper I have to work with . Part of the problem is : the brake line hooks up on the very rear of the caliper where the C- clamp goes. So essentially the contact area is on the Parking Brake Bolt (black) itself .


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One of those universal kits works fine. Especially on a rear caliper that requires pushing and turning at the same time, as the universal kits have the adapters with pins that fit onto the piston

 

[dk1604]

I've used the Irwin version of the clamp posted by the OP. Worked fine when everything was in good operating condition. The times it didn't work, the caliper/piston needed refurbishing or replacement.

 

[RaymondP]

I use a variety of C clamps plus the above mentioned tool obtained as a loaner from my local auto store (O'Rielly's).

 

[Warstud]

YOU GUYS ARE GOING WAY OFF TOPIC
DONT JUST READ THE TITLE ...........ALSO READ THE QUESTION . TY

 

[mrbreezeet1]

Do most of you open your bleeder valve before compressing the piston?

 

[mrbreezeet1]

A small pry bar used prior to caliper removal helps. The cheapo screw compressor tool works just fine for the DIYer and won't break the bank.

Yeah, and a lot of times you can use the/A big "C Clamp" before removing the caliper!

 

[mrbreezeet1]

I've never seen that type before. I shoulda mentioned it's for a single piston caliper .

That will actually do both! Slide the one over to the center and just use one of the press screws!

 

[mrbreezeet1]

Here's a pic of the rear caliper I have to work with . Part of the problem is : the brake line hooks up on the very rear of the caliper where the C- clamp goes. So essentially the contact area is on the Parking Brake Bolt (black) itself .


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Probably "late to the party" but pretty sure you have to wind/screw that piston back in, not just push it in!

 

[Timmastertech]

Here's a pic of the rear caliper I have to work with . Part of the problem is : the brake line hooks up on the very rear of the caliper where the C- clamp goes. So essentially the contact area is on the Parking Brake Bolt (black) itself .


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That caliper twists back in, it doesnt push straight back with a c-clamp or other similar tool. Need a tool like this https://www.harborfreight.com/disc-...21tXiwSg0Cc4KSfFxLrzjZT9x6P3WhoRoCkdwQAvD_BwE