Brake Caliper Removal ?
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Brake Caliper Removal ?
Can anyone tell me the removal procedure for brake pad replacement on a 93 F150. There doesn't seem to be any bolts that hold the caliper on like some others I've seen.
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It has two pins or slides (not sure what they are called exactly) but you can take a flat head screwdriver and tap them out with a hammer. Just be careful not to break them or bend them. They are located right where the caliper meets the wheel assembly.
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They will come out. They have a rubber center that will give a little when you take them out and put them back in. When you reinstall the pins make sure the tabs catch the caliper when the pin is fully installed. If you put them in wrong the pin can slowly work its way out. You do not want those pins to come out. Be very careful with the reinstallation.
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I use a 3/8" extension to drive the pins out. You will see the detents on them. If you strike slightly down on the metal part it will allow the detent to compress and be driven through. I may be overly cautious but I've replaced the pins everytime I've done the front brakes. They're cheap and are cheap insurance.
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The best thing i found to use was my 1/4 inch drive extension for my craftsman ratchet set.
You are sure not to damage the pin that way.
you will probably have to beat the calapur off with a hammer or work it off by prying, but these things are solid, no worries on damage unless your useing a sledge.
You are sure not to damage the pin that way.
you will probably have to beat the calapur off with a hammer or work it off by prying, but these things are solid, no worries on damage unless your useing a sledge.
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Whoa son, no hammer needed
If you take a 6" throat C-clamp and compress the piston prior to removal of the caliper (make sure to open the brake fluid resevoir and put a rag under it) the caliper will slide right off the rotor out of the recess. It's very easy to do and far easier than compressing the pistons once the caliper is off and hanging from the hose. Either the 1/4" drive extension or the 3/8" will work, I suspect, I've used the old 3/8" for years on the F250 and the F350 before that. If no one's suggested it you should probably purchase a manual for your truck. It is invaluable. Haynes #36058 or Chilton #26664. Both are good in different respects, having both is a great help.
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That's great. I'm guessing that you didn't turn the rotors. Did you inspect them closely? Keep this in mind if you start to get a slight shudder when braking felt through the pedal. It will be hard spots or glaze on the rotors.
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If one looked bad you will have to replace it without doubt. Chances are the pads that you installed will not be usable once you replace the rotors. You can turn the one that loked okay when you do it and have it up to par.
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New rotors are about $30 at Napa stores (buy just the rotor not rotor & hub asssembly). turning costs 15 in my area so I opted for new. Installation is a snap and you don't have to worry about the thickness that way. 
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