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Stuck brake caliper...

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by dvto2, Nov 22, 2020.

  1. Nov 22, 2020 at 1:17 PM
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    dvto2

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    2005 4runner sport. I'm trying to open up the inside caliper on the front passenger with a 3 inch Bessy C clamp on the end wings of the pad. The outside caliper opened up fine, but the inside won't seem to budge. I opened up the bleeder valve to see if that might reduce pressure. Suggestions?
     
  2. Nov 24, 2020 at 3:24 AM
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    Bump. No thoughts from anyone?
     
  3. Nov 24, 2020 at 5:11 AM
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    Get "2" new (not rebuilt) calipers off Amazon.com: AutoShack BC30150PR Front Brake Caliper Pair 2 Pieces Fits Driver and Passenger Side: Automotive. Calipers sometimes can't be rebuilt by owners or mechanics - even good ones. Only professionals like Cardone. Once they stick they are worthless, IMO.
     
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  4. Nov 24, 2020 at 5:34 AM
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    Ok. That's what I was thinking. I replaced the other one anyway.
     
  5. Nov 24, 2020 at 8:47 AM
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    yup, best to replace ....don't waste time re building....
     
  6. Nov 24, 2020 at 12:52 PM
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    Even when I got the caliper off I could not budge it. Got the new caliper.

    Thanks!
     

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