TunedTL

Anyone has taken off front stock calipers and install aftermarket ones? I bought from a member a set of 2 piston Legend calipers. Wanted to DIY but need tips on how. Thanks in advance

TunedTL

I meant how to take the stock one off, anyone has done it?

fsttyms1

the same way as changing the brake pads. there is a bracket that holds the whole thing on with 2 bolts. you will need to disconect the brake fluid lines first. then after they have been changed (not sure if they bolt up or not???) then you will need to bleed the brake system

TunedTL

Those two bolts are tight! I almost stripped them. Is there a technique? I also noticed a smaller one inside, should I turn it as well?

joseph_99tl

i paid a shop to install my rotors.
i couldn't get those bolts loosened either.

fsttyms1

use metric only 6 point sockets to start!

then use a half inch socket wrench (it will give you the most leverage)

also before you do this, do you know how to bleed your brake system?

WWW

Impact wrench. I couldn't remove those bolts using a regular wrench. With the impact wrench, the bolts were off within 3 seconds.

TunedTL

Yeah, I have the Motive Power Bleeder tool to bleed the system. I will give it another try with a metric 6 pt socket, I used a 14mm wrench yesterday and had no luck. It seems pretty easy to take off the calipers if I can get those 2 bolts off.
I borrowed a C Clamp from Autozone, obviously I could not use it yet...

TeknoKing

Try lubricating or heating the bolts. Your best bet is to take it a shop that has all the right tools.

TunedTL

I got the bolts off using my torque wrench and a 1/2 drive 14mm 6 pt socket. After putting Legend 2 piston calipers (fit like a glove), torque them back at 54 lbs/ft. Thanks everyone!