How to change brake rotors and pads?

[LouG]

I also suggest that on the front brakes you crack the bleeder and force the pads back with a screwdriver levering against the rotor and caliper.

This prevents any crap in the pucks from being forced back up the line, and I also suggest gravity bleeding them by just opening the bleeder a little when done and letting a little fluid drain out. then add fluid AS YOU GO from corner to corner

Good idea. I remove the pads and spray a dose of brakecleen around the pistons etc before retracting them.

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[DarkHorsePremium]

I never thought about using bungee cords before for a brake change! Great suggestion.

Can you post a picture of your pad spreading tool?

I am guilty of being in the screwdriver club.

Sorry for the late reply. Yes. The Lisle 29100. That's the one I have too.