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brake caliper removal ?

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land-def-90:
hi set about changing front wheel bearings on my 200tdi this aft, didnt get far :doh:as i cant seem to unbolt the brake caliper  the bolts just will not budge and im worried about rounding nuts off :-k i would normaly apply loads of heat but dont want to damage caliper... any tips chaps as i need landy on road for driffield show regards iain

clbarclay:
One trick for dealing with sized bolts is to just tighten them up a bit first as this can crack the corroded bond.

crazymac:
Applying lots of heat will in the worst case scenario melt the seals in the caliper which are easily replaced, so I wouldn't worry [-o<

The trick of tightening is a great one, get some penetrating fluid in 1st and go for it.

Lumbering Jack:
I'd give that freeze spray stuff a go - bit like wd but cools the bolt down and usually manages to break the bond enough to undo it.  We have the Wurth one at work but sure other companies make one.

land-def-90:
thanks for the advice  ;) will let you know how i get on, cheers Iain

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