Brake Pads

I am having a hard time putting the break pads in. I had the cailepers hangging there for a few months while I redid my front supspension. I did have a block of wood to keep the pads apart.  Should I drain some fluid out? What to do. 

And don't let any air back in when you release the clamps.

I bought a couple of metal peices that hold the pistons in place so when you put the new brake pads in place. I got them from Midamerica a long time ago and would not try to install them without it.

Ya,I agree with Redwing. Those clips are a wonderfull thing. They keep the calipers apart when you are putting on the pads. Makes it easier to put the pads on.Also do your self a big favor and replace the rubber flex brake lines with stainless braided lines. You will have a stronger pedal feel.Belive it or not but the rubber lines will flex a small amount and reduce the pressure to the calipers. They will last longer and they look good. I got em and I like em.

[QUOTE=custom76] Ya,I agree with Redwing. Those clips are a wonderfull thing. They keep the calipers apart when you are putting on the pads. Makes it easier to put the pads on.Also do your self a big favor and replace the rubber flex brake lines with stainless braided lines. You will have a stronger pedal feel.Belive it or not but the rubber lines will flex a small amount and reduce the pressure to the calipers. They will last longer and they look good. I got em and I like em.[/QUOTE]

If you don't have the clips, you can cut a thin piece of sheet metal and slide it down in front of the pistions then slide the pad in place.   Not as good as the clips but much better and easier than many other options.

Or a wide putty knife.