Stripped Bleeder Screw

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May 3, 2013 | 06:54 PM

460 FORD MAN

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Stripped Bleeder Screw

I stripped my bleeder screw on the passenger front caliper. Any ideas how I can get it off now?

May 3, 2013 | 07:07 PM

co425

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Stripped the hex head or the threads? If its the head try vice grips and a sharp rap with a hammer. If its the threads it would be easiest to replace the caliper.

May 3, 2013 | 07:43 PM

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It's the hex head. I tried vice grips and pb blaster but it still didn't budge. It's basically a round head now.

May 3, 2013 | 08:51 PM

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Its worth trying some gentle heat (propane) and another shot of PB blaster. Otherwise agree time for a new caliper.

May 3, 2013 | 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue and White

Its worth trying some gentle heat (propane) and another shot of PB blaster. Otherwise agree time for a new caliper.

I agree. Calipers are pretty cheap to fight them too much.

May 3, 2013 | 10:21 PM

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You can also beat on the next smaller size six point socket with a hammer on the bleeder. After you let it soak with your favorite penetrating oil as mentioned.

May 4, 2013 | 04:35 AM

Xauterus

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I think a replacement rebuilt exchange caliper would be the best idea. If the bleeder has frozen so tight it probably means that it has not been bled for a lot of years. So caliper is going to be full of muck.