ned help quick, replacing front rotors, how do i get them off?

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09-03-2007, 08:26 AM

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ned help quick, replacing front rotors, how do i get them off?

what size socket do i need for the calipers to remove them off the carrier? is it a 18mm? 17 doesnt fit, 19 seems too big, any writeups? thanks!

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09-03-2007, 08:43 AM

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if 17 is too small and 19 is too big then its prob 18mm duh

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09-03-2007, 09:06 AM

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yep its a 18mm, augh had to go buy one, never had to use an 18mm before, 18mm 6pt deep works perfect

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09-03-2007, 11:18 AM

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be warned, tighening those bolts to spec is very difficult

i'm guessing it's easier if the car is on a lift rather than floor jacks.

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09-03-2007, 12:37 PM

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make sure you have a torque wrench or your new brakes could end up chattering

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09-03-2007, 01:15 PM

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or worse

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09-03-2007, 02:39 PM

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could be 17.5 or 18.5, but based on your detailed analysis it's probably 18

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ned help quick, replacing front rotors, how do i get them off?

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